Choroid Plexus Tumor

Choroid plexus tumors are a rare type of cancer that occur from the brain tissue called choroid plexus of the brain. These tumors usually occur in children younger than 2 years and are classified according to the WHO classification of the tumors of the central nervous system:

Presentation

Symptoms vary depending on the size and location of the tumor and typically include headaches, nausea and vomiting, irritability, and decreased energy.

Diagnosis

Classification

• Choroid plexus carcinoma (WHO grade III)
• Choroid atypical plexus papilloma (WHO grade II)
• Choroid plexus papilloma (WHO grade I)

Treatment

In order to remove it completely, surgery may be an option. It relieves the hydrocephalus (excess water in the brain) about half of the time.

Another treatment is chemotherapy, recommended for patients with severe problem.

See also

• Brain tumor