How is teratoma formed

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For the term tumor, I believe many people will feel afraid when they hear it. So what is teratoma? Let's popularize how teratoma is formed.

How is teratoma formed

Case 1: the metastasis spread along the peritoneum. The common sites of metastasis were pelvic cavity, peritoneum, omentum, liver surface, diaphragm, intestine and mesentery. Most of the metastatic foci were planted on the surface. Lymph node metastasis is not uncommon.

Case 2: because intracranial teratomas are usually located in the midline, there are often no obvious signs of brain localization. Most patients with intracranial hypertension as the first symptom, manifested as headache, nausea, vomiting, ophthalmic examination showed bilateral papilledema.

Case 3: diabetes insipidus, drowsiness, visual acuity and visual field disorders, water and fat metabolism disorders may occur in patients with sellar area. Cerebellar dysfunction and neck stiffness may occur in patients with posterior fossa. Patients with cerebellopontine angle may have headache, vomiting, diplopia, ataxia, deafness, cranial nerve injury, etc.

matters needing attention

It is believed that the cause of teratoma is high, but the incidence rate is not high.