Central Nervous System Tumor Diagnosis

Central nervous system tumors include various types. Without timely early diagnosis, tumors may grow rapidly, causing irreversible neurological damage and seriously affecting patients’ lives. Comprehensive examinations can accurately determine tumor nature, size, and location, providing a basis for treatment planning.

Diagnostic Basis

1. Clinical manifestations and physical examination
Doctors preliminarily determine the possibility of tumors based on patient symptoms such as headaches, epilepsy, and neurological dysfunction, combined with neurological physical examination.

2. Imaging examinations
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the preferred method for diagnosing central nervous system tumors, clearly showing tumor location, morphology, and its effects on surrounding tissues. Computed tomography (CT) is often used in emergencies or for bone invasion. Functional MRI and PET-CT can help evaluate tumor activity.

3. Pathological diagnosis
Tumor tissue is obtained through surgical biopsy or stereotactic puncture for pathological analysis to determine tumor type and grade. Pathological diagnosis is key to formulating treatment plans.

4. Molecular and genetic testing
Modern diagnostics also include tumor molecular marker testing to help predict tumor behavior and treatment response, guiding precision therapy.

5. Auxiliary examinations
EEG is used for auxiliary diagnosis in epilepsy patients, while neuropsychological testing evaluates the degree of cognitive impairment.

6. Importance of diagnostic process
Combining multiple examinations reduces misdiagnosis and missed diagnosis, increasing early detection rates. Experts at United Life International Medical Center emphasize that standardized diagnostic processes provide a solid foundation for subsequent treatments, especially for the precise application of immune reconstruction cell therapy.

Conclusion

Diagnosis of central nervous system tumors relies on comprehensive application of multiple methods to ensure timeliness and accuracy. Experts at United Life International Medical Center remind that accurate diagnosis is the premise of formulating individualized treatment plans, directly affecting patient prognosis and quality of life.