Giant tumor in an infant: How I do it
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https://doi.org/10.46900/apn.v7i2.302Keywords:
Brain tumor, pediatric, oncologyAbstract
Giant tumors in infants present numerous surgical challenges. Even experienced surgeons may encounter difficulties in achieving total resection, controlling intraoperative bleeding, and preventing postoperative complications in these cases.
In this clinical video, we present the case of a 9-year-old boy who arrived at the emergency room with progressive headache and papilledema. Imaging revealed a giant hemispheric brain tumor. The video highlights the key surgical steps involved in its resection.
This case demonstrates the surgical approach to removing a large hemispheric tumor in a pediatric patient, emphasizing technique, strategy, and intraoperative decision-making.
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