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  • 01/04/2021

What is a Craniopharyngioma?

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Craniopharyngioma is a rare type of noncancerous (benign) brain tumor. Craniopharyngioma begins near the brain's pituitary gland, which secretes hormones that control many body functions.

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Consult a Neurosurgeon

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