Ependymoblastoma is a rare type of brain tumor that typically affects children. It is a type of primitive neuroectodermal tumor (PNET) that arises from the ependymal cells of the brain. Symptoms of ependymoblastoma can include headaches, vomiting, seizures, and changes in behavior. Treatment typically involves surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.

Common symptoms of ependymoblastoma include:

-Headaches
-Vomiting
-Nausea
-Lethargy
-Seizures
-Changes in vision
-Changes in behavior
-Loss of coordination
-Weakness or Paralysis on one side of the body
-Abnormal eye movements
-Hydrocephalus (buildup of fluid in the brain)
-Increased head size in infants

Ependymoblastoma is a rare type of brain tumor that is most commonly found in children. The exact cause of ependymoblastoma is unknown, but it is believed to be related to genetic mutations. Some research suggests that certain genetic mutations may increase the risk of developing ependymoblastoma. Additionally, environmental factors such as exposure to radiation or certain chemicals may also increase the risk of developing this type of tumor.

The treatment for ependymoblastoma depends on the size and location of the tumor, as well as the age and overall health of the patient. Treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or a combination of these treatments. Surgery is usually the first step in treating ependymoblastoma, and may involve removing the tumor and some of the surrounding tissue. Radiation therapy may be used to kill any remaining cancer cells after surgery. Chemotherapy may be used to shrink the tumor before surgery or to kill any remaining cancer cells after surgery.

1. Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1)
2. Li-Fraumeni syndrome
3. Turcot syndrome
4. Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome
5. Familial adenomatous polyposis
6. Chromosomal abnormalities, such as trisomy 18 or trisomy 21
7. Exposure to radiation
8. Exposure to certain chemicals, such as benzene

Ependymoblastoma is a rare type of brain tumor that is most commonly treated with surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Depending on the size and location of the tumor, a combination of these treatments may be used. In some cases, medications such as vincristine and carboplatin may be used to help shrink the tumor before surgery. In addition, targeted therapies such as bevacizumab may be used to help reduce the size of the tumor.