Presentation
Papiloedema noted on routine check up by ophthalmologist
Patient Data
Age: 13 years
Gender: Female
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A heterogeneously enhancing mass is identified in the fourth ventricle. It causes obstructive hydrocephalus and cerebellar tonsil herniation. In addition, there is a pontine mass.
Case Discussion
Patient underwent posterior craniotomy and resection of fourth ventricular mass. The histology showed pilocytic astrocytoma.