Craniopharyngioma Q. 1 All of the following statements regarding Craniopharyngiomas are true, except : A Arise from Rathke’s pouch B Can cause visual disturbances C Presents with hypopituitarism in adults D Usually Infrasellar in location Q. 1 All of the following statements regarding Craniopharyngiomas are true, except : A Arise from Rathke’s pouch B Can […]
Craniopharyngioma CRANIOPHARYNGIOMA Craniopharyngioma are benign tumours within the sella or suprasellar space. They are derived from Rathke’s pouch. They are large, cystic and invasive. It is seen in 5- 15 years & after 65 years. Contains epithelial cells. It can be- Adamantinomatous craniopharyngioma- Seen in children Peripheral palisading positive Keratin formation 2. Papillary craniopharyngioma- Seen
