Overview
Embryonal tumors of the brain are aggressive neoplasms primarily affecting children, encompassing entities such as medulloblastomas, pineoblastomas, and supratentorial primitive neuroectodermal tumors (PNETs). These tumors often require multimodal treatment including surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.Diagnosis
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