What are Germ Cell Tumours? Germ cell tumours develop from reproductive cells such as the ovaries and testes. Germ cell tumours usually develop in people between the ages of 11 to 30 years. There are two main types of germ cell tumours of the brain. These are...
What are Choroid Plexus Tumours? Choroid plexus tumours are tumours of the central nervous system. The central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord. What are Choroid Plexus? The choroid plexus is a network of blood vessels or nerves that emerge from...
What is the Yolk Sac Tumour? Yolk sac tumour is a rare malignant (cancerous) type of germ cell tumour (GCT). Germ cell tumours develop from reproductive cells such as the ovaries and testes. Usually, yolk sac tumours are of gonadal origin (develops from the ovaries...
What is Glioblastoma? Glioblastoma is a type of brain cancer that develops from glial cells in the brain. Glial cells are cells that support the internal environment of the brain and spinal cord, provide nutrition and protection. It is aggressive cancer with a 5-year...
What is a Meningioma? A meningioma is a tumor of the meninges. The meninges are the three layers of membrane that cover the brain and spinal cord. These membranes provide support and blood supply to the brain, spinal cord, and skull. Meningiomas are low-grade tumors....
