Presentation

Observed for diabetes insipidus for nine years. Now presents with right hemiparesis and speech disorders. Imaging revealed suprasellar mass, with infiltration of nearby structures, and the tumor was considered inoperable. Typical imaging and clinical features allowed the diagnosis of germinoma to be suggested, Whole brain radiotherapy was administered, which proved to be effective with complete and sustained tumor response. Now the tumor is completely calcified and lacks contrast enhancement.

Patient Data

Age: 20 years
Gender: Female
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