Modern management of medulloblastoma: Molecular classification, outcomes, and the role of surgery
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A 4‐year‐old boy presented with papilledema and nystagmus. He had developed eye deviation, clumsiness, and episodes of dizziness starting 6 months prior to presentation, which progressed in frequency. Following an episode of emesis, he was brought to our attention. One week prior to presentation, the patient had one episode of emesis in the morning. His development had been notable for speech delay, with expressive language limited to speaking in short phrases without full sentence formation; he otherwise had normal growth and motor development.
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