Suprasellar calcified craniopharyngioma: A rare cause of blurred vision in a child

Visual disturbances are a frequent complaint in children during routine clinical evaluations. While these symptoms are often attributed to ocular conditions, it is essential to conduct a comprehensive assessment to rule out intracranial causes. Craniopharyngioma, a rare benign epithelial tumor originating from the suprasellar or sellar region, accounts for approximately 15% of intracranial tumors in the pediatric population. We present a case of craniopharyngioma in a child who presented with headache and visual disturbances, diagnosed through radiological and histopathological investigations. The child underwent limited surgical resection followed by external radiotherapy and has been under regular follow-up for 1 year to monitor for recurrence or treatment-related complications. This case highlights the importance of considering intracranial pathology in children with persistent headache and visual disturbances.

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Journal of Dr NTR University of Health Sciences
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2025-10-01
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https://doi.org/10.4103/jdrntruhs.jdrntruhs_63_25
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Pituitary Gland Disorders and Treatments
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Suprasellar calcified craniopharyngioma: A rare cause of blurred vision in a child

Thirunavukkarasu Arun Babu, Padmapriya Balakrishnan
Journal of Dr NTR University of Health Sciences
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Suprasellar calcified craniopharyngioma: A rare cause of blurred vision in a child

Thirunavukkarasu Arun Babu, Padmapriya Balakrishnan
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Abstract

Visual disturbances are a frequent complaint in children during routine clinical evaluations. While these symptoms are often attributed to ocular conditions, it is essential to conduct a comprehensive assessment to rule out intracranial causes. Craniopharyngioma, a rare benign epithelial tumor originating from the suprasellar or sellar region, accounts for approximately 15% of intracranial tumors in the pediatric population. We present a case of craniopharyngioma in a child who presented with headache and visual disturbances, diagnosed through radiological and histopathological investigations. The child underwent limited surgical resection followed by external radiotherapy and has been under regular follow-up for 1 year to monitor for recurrence or treatment-related complications. This case highlights the importance of considering intracranial pathology in children with persistent headache and visual disturbances.

Journal of Dr NTR University of Health SciencesVol. 14(4)
All India Institute of Medical Sciences Raipur (IN), All India Institute of Medical Sciences Bhopal (IN), TAKE Solutions (India) (IN), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (IN)
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Pituitary Gland Disorders and Treatments
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