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Hamadi H, Idrissi TEAE, Gallouli A, Benantar L, Aniba K. Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy arising in the skull: a case report. Pan Afr Med J 2024; 47:62. [PMID: 38681111 PMCID: PMC11055195 DOI: 10.11604/pamj.2024.47.62.42413] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2023] [Accepted: 02/04/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024] Open
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Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy is a rare and usually benign neoplasm occurring in children of young age. This pigmented tumor typically presents in the head and neck region, but other locations may be involved. We report in this article a rare case of a 3-month-old girl presenting with a slowly growing mass localized in the anterior fontanelle. The patient's magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed a mass extending both extracranial and intracranial, and compressing the adjacent structures. The patient underwent subtotal resection of the mass and a histological study confirmed the diagnosis of melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy. The patient presented later on with a recurrence. An early diagnosis and surgical management for these tumors remain the only guarantees to limit the progression and prevent their recurrence and metastasis.
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- Hajar Hamadi
- Department of Neurosurgery, Ibn Tofail Hospital, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy in Marrakech, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech, Morocco
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Ibn Tofail Hospital, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy in Marrakech, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech, Morocco
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Ibn Tofail Hospital, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy in Marrakech, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech, Morocco
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Ibn Tofail Hospital, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy in Marrakech, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech, Morocco
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Ibn Tofail Hospital, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy in Marrakech, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech, Morocco
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Fatani B, Abdullah Alabood A, Fahad Almuaybid R, Mohammed Alsubaie R, Kalantan R. Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy: A narrative review of dental aspects. Saudi Dent J 2023; 35:39-45. [PMID: 36817027 PMCID: PMC9931518 DOI: 10.1016/j.sdentj.2022.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2022] [Revised: 11/11/2022] [Accepted: 12/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Melanotic neuroectodermal tumors of infancy (MNTI) are a rare type of benign tumor that affects the head and neck region. MNTI represents (68-80%) of the tumors in the maxillary region. This tumor is usually located in the alveolar crest, skull, mandible, and brain. Although this tumor is considered benign, it can grow rapidly, with a high risk of recurrence and interference with functions of infancy, such as feeding and breathing. It is also frequently harmful to the surrounding soft and hard tissues or adjacent sensitive vital structures. This study aimed to review the pathological, clinical presentation, and treatment of melanotic neuroectodermal tumors in infancy and the role of dentists in these cases.
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- Bader Fatani
- College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Corresponding author.
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Kumar KS, Naleer MH, Visweswaran V, Krishnamurthy G. Melanotic Neuroectodermal Tumor of Infancy: A Rare Case Report. Asian J Neurosurg 2022; 17:131-133. [PMID: 35873838 PMCID: PMC9298580 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1750299] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy (MNTI) is a rare, pigmented tumor. It is a locally aggressive neoplasm of neural crest origin with a high recurrence rate. It occurs in craniofacial sites in more than 90% of cases and most commonly in the maxilla. It may also occur in epididymis, testis, ovaries, soft tissue, and bones of the extremities. It occurs in infants younger than 1 year of age with a slight male preponderance. We report a rare case of a child presenting with midline frontal pigmented MNTI.
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- Kishore S. Kumar
- Department of Neurosurgery, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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VARELA-POBLETE J, VIDAL-TELLEZ A, CRUZ-QUIROGA JP, MONTOYA-SALVADORES F, MEDINA-ESCOBAR J. Melanocytic lesions of the central nervous system: a case series. ARQUIVOS DE NEURO-PSIQUIATRIA 2022; 80:153-160. [DOI: 10.1590/0004-282x-anp-2021-0082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2021] [Accepted: 06/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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ABSTRACT Background: Melanocytic lesions of the central nervous system (CNS) are an infrequent, broad and diverse group of entities, both benign and malignant, found in all age groups, with imaging findings ranging from well-circumscribed focal lesions to diffuse leptomeningeal involvement. On MRI, they are usually distinguished by a high signal on T1WI sequences, given the paramagnetic effect of melanin, thus making it difficult to differentiate among them. Objective: To describe the imaging and epidemiological characteristics of a retrospective series of CNS melanocytic lesions. Methods: MR images of 23 patients with CNS melanocytic lesions diagnosed between January 2012 and June 2018 were analyzed. Results: Most patients were female (14/23; 61%), with a median age of 47 years (range: 3 weeks to 72 years). The primary melanocytic lesions accounted for 8/19 cases (42.1%), which included neurocutaneous melanosis, meningeal melanocytomas and primary malignant melanomas. Secondary melanocytic lesions (metastatic) accounted for 10/19 cases (52.6%). There was one case of a tumor with secondary melanization, from a melanocytic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy. There were also four cases of primary ocular melanomas. The most frequent findings were the cerebral location, high T1WI signal and marked contrast-enhancement. Conclusions: The present review describes the wide variety of melanocytic lesions that could affect the CNS, emphasizing the MRI characteristics. Knowledge of the imaging, clinical and epidemiological characteristics of CNS melanocytic lesions is essential for their correct interpretation, given the significant overlap between lesion features and the variable prognosis.
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Jakka S, Deb Roy B, Rangan M, Pandey S, Singh A. Melanotic neuroectodermal tumour of infancy - A case report and review of literature. Ann Maxillofac Surg 2022; 12:91-94. [PMID: 36199457 PMCID: PMC9527851 DOI: 10.4103/ams.ams_5_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2022] [Revised: 03/20/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Rationale: Melanotic neuroectodermal tumour of infancy (MNTI) is universally described as a rare, benign, pigmented lesion which most frequently involves the maxilla. Its origin is well established to be in the neural crest cells. Due to the high recurrence rate and aggressive behaviour mimicking malignancy, it poses a great challenge in their diagnosis, treatment planning, and prognosis. Patient Concern: Two-year-old female with no known comorbidities was brought in with the chief complaint of a growing swelling in the upper lip region. Diagnosis and Treatment: She was taken up for resection of the tumour under general anaesthesia. The specimen was subjected to histological and immunological examination confirming the diagnosis of MNTI. Outcome: The postoperative period was uneventful. After regular follow-up, the patient showed satisfactory healing with no signs of recurrence. Take-Away Lessons: Based on our experience, we feel that the diagnosis of MNTI is mainly clinical. Early conservative surgical excision and regular follow-up provide an excellent result with good prognosis.
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Rikhotso RE, Mohotlhoane GP. Melanotic neuroectodermal tumour of infancy in the maxilla: A case report. ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY CASES 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.omsc.2021.100235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022] Open
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Vascularized Composite Parietal Bone Flap for Immediate Reconstruction of a Hemi-Maxillectomy Defect in an Infant. J Craniofac Surg 2021; 31:2334-2338. [PMID: 33136885 DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000006786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Surgical resection of maxillary tumors can result in defects that can be difficult to reconstruct by conventional means due to the complex functional and anatomic nature of the midface and lack of regional bone flap options in the head and neck. Many reconstructive methods have been used to repair maxillary defects, but the ideal technique for the reconstruction of hemi-maxillectomy defects in growing pediatric patients has yet to be determined. METHODS The authors present a rare pediatric patient with melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy resulting in a hemi-maxillectomy defect after resection that was reconstructed using a pedicled vascularized composite flap consisting of temporalis muscle, pericranium, and parietal bone. RESULTS The patient achieved successful long-term bony reconstruction of his right maxilla with this flap. Stable skeletal fixation with adequate orbital support was maintained over a >3-year follow-up period. CONCLUSION A vascularized composite parietal bone flap is a reliable reconstructive option for reconstruction of large maxillectomy defects providing low donor-site morbidity, adequate globe support, excellent long-term skeletal stability, and malar symmetry in rapidly growing pediatric patients. Successful reconstruction for a rare patient with maxillary melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy requiring hemi-maxillectomy was demonstrated with >3-year follow-up.
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Melanotic Neuroectodermal Tumor of Infancy (MNTI) and Pineal Anlage Tumor (PAT) Harbor A Medulloblastoma Signature by DNA Methylation Profiling. Cancers (Basel) 2021; 13:cancers13040706. [PMID: 33572349 PMCID: PMC7916108 DOI: 10.3390/cancers13040706] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2021] [Revised: 02/03/2021] [Accepted: 02/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Simple Summary Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy (MNTI) is a rare tumor of uncertain origin, morphologically overlapping other rare neoplasms such as pineal anlage tumor (PAT) and a subset of medulloblastomas (i.e., melanotic medulloblastoma). Despite the similarities with MNTI, their possible histogenetic relationship has been traditionally disregarded based on their aggressive behavior and dismal prognosis. The aim of this study was to further characterize the molecular features of MNTI and PAT based on DNA-methylation and copy number variation profiling analysis. We found that MNTI shares a methylation profile with group 3 high-risk medulloblastoma, and potentially with PAT, suggesting a common histogenesis. Most MNTIs in our series lacked copy number variation alterations, whereas their presence in the one PAT deserves further study in larger cohorts to better determine their impact in prognosis and biologic behavior. Abstract MNTI is a rare tumor of indeterminate histogenesis and molecular signature. We performed methylation and copy number variation (CNV) profiles in patients with MNTI (n = 7) and PAT (n = 1) compared to the methylation brain tumor classifier v11b4 (BT-C) and the medulloblastoma (MB) classifier group 3/4 v1.0 (MB3/4-C). The patients’ mean age was 8 months (range: 4–48). The BT-C classified five MNTIs and one PAT (relapse) as class family MB-G3/G4, subclass group 3 (score: >0.9). The remaining two MNTIs and PAT (primary) were classified as class family plexus tumor, subclass pediatric (scores: >0.45). The MB3/4-C classified all MNTIs as high-risk MB-G3, Subtype II (score: >0.45). The primary PAT was classified as subtype III (score: 0.99) and its relapse as subtype II/III. MNTI and PAT clustered close to MB-G3. CNV analysis showed multiple rearrangements in one PAT and two MNTIs. The median follow-up was 54 months (four MNTIs in remission, one PAT died). In conclusion, we demonstrated that MNTI shares a homogenous methylation profile with MB-G3, and possibly with PAT. The role of a multipotent progenitor cell (i.e., early cranial neural crest cell) in their histogenesis and the influence of the anatomical site, tumor microenvironment, and other cytogenetic events in their divergent biologic behavior deserve further investigation.
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Yindeedej V, Kittisangvara L. Melanotic Neuroectodermal Tumor of Infancy at Skull: Rare and Rapid-Growing Tumor but Histologically Benign. Pediatr Neurosurg 2021; 56:306-311. [PMID: 33866319 DOI: 10.1159/000515686] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2020] [Accepted: 03/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy (MNTI) is a rare and rapid-growing tumor. However, a neurosurgeon should not overlook this entity when differential diagnosing rapid-growing skull tumor because its histology nature is just benign, and the prognosis is much better than other malignant tumors. CASE PRESENTATION We reported the case of a 5-month old male presenting with progressive rapid-growing skull tumor which became 10 cm in diameter in only 5 months compared to the normal head circumference at birth. At first, we thought of malignant skull tumor and performed only biopsy to establish diagnosis. But, when the pathology revealed benign MNTI, we performed preoperative tumor embolization and then radical surgery. Good result was observed. DISCUSSION Skull MNTI is the second most common location after the maxilla. Even advanced imaging nowadays cannot distinguish MNTI from other malignant tumors definitely. Urgent biopsy is recommended to establish diagnosis of this benign tumor first. Preoperative angiography with tumor embolization is recommended when feasible, followed by craniotomy with radical resection.
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- Vich Yindeedej
- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani, Thailand
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- Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Heath, Bangkok, Thailand
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Liang Y, Tian R, Wang J, Shan Y, Gao H, Xie C, Li J, Zhang L, Xu M, Gu S. Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy successfully treated with metformin: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore) 2020; 99:e22303. [PMID: 33157911 PMCID: PMC7647562 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000022303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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RATIONALE Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy (MNTI) is a rare tumor originated from neural crest cells with the potential for recurrence and metastasis. The peak age for the disease is during the first year after birth. The current therapy is primarily surgery. The patient reported here is the first case of MNTI treated with metformin. PATIENT CONCERNS A case of a 4-month-old infant with a history of swelling in the mouth for 1 month. DIAGNOSIS The tumor was diagnosed using radiology, pathology, and immunohistochemistry, and it was performed with complete surgical resection. Unfortunately, the tumor recurred 3 months after surgery. INTERVENTIONS We prescribed metformin for the infant. OUTCOMES Currently, after 9 months of treatment, the tumor is well controlled without apparent side effects. LESSONS The case presented suggested that metformin may be an underlying therapy for MNTI.
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Pereira AAC, de Jesus Rozante MM, Doveinis RB, Salvarani CP, Anegawa TH, da Costa Souza P, Brat DJ, de Oliveira Borges AC. The recurrence of the melanotic neuroectodermal tumour of infancy: an unusual presentation of a rare tumour. Ecancermedicalscience 2020; 14:1049. [PMID: 32565902 PMCID: PMC7289613 DOI: 10.3332/ecancer.2020.1049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2020] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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The melanotic neuroectodermal tumour of infancy (MNTI), also known as melanotic progonoma, is a rare neoplasm derived from neural crest cells. Although it is fundamentally benign, the tumour may present a locally aggressive behaviour, characterised by a rapid progression and a destructive invasion of adjacent structures, hence causing deformities. Unfortunately, perhaps due to the low incidence of this type of tumour, the published cases in the literature do not characterise the factors that imply the malignant or recurrent behaviour of the disease, nor the therapy to conduct these cases. Here, we report a rare case of a recurrent benign MNTI, approached unusually with a favourable outcome.
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- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
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Mengide JP, Jaimovich SG, Lubieniecki FJ, Rugilo C, Lamas G, Mantese B. Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy arising from the skull: report of an unusual case, review of the literature, and a diagnostic approach. Childs Nerv Syst 2020; 36:469-475. [PMID: 31897638 DOI: 10.1007/s00381-019-04476-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2019] [Accepted: 12/10/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy is a rare neoplasm mainly seen in children under 1 year of life. The most common location of the tumor is the maxilla followed by the cranial vault. Surgery is the treatment of choice and outcome mainly depends on extent of resection. OBJECTIVES To report an atypical case of an 8-year-old patient with a melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy, to review the cases with melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy arising from the skull published over the last 13 years, and to provide a diagnostic approach that may allow recognition of a pattern in these rare neoplastic lesions. METHODS A case is reported with a description of the clinical, radiological, surgical, and histopathological features. Additionally, the literature was reviewed to identify reports of patients with melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy arising from the cranial vault and all cases published in PubMed over the last 13 years were included. Only studies that evaluated clinical, radiological, surgical, and histopathological findings were included. CONCLUSION Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy is a rare entity that may present with unusual features, but nevertheless has an identifiable pattern that allows the tumor to be considered in the differential diagnosis of intracranial space-occupying lesions in children.
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- Juan Pablo Mengide
- Neurosurgery Department, Pediatric Hospital "Prof. Dr. Juan P. Garrahan", Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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- Neurosurgery Department, Pediatric Hospital "Prof. Dr. Juan P. Garrahan", Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Pathology Department, Pediatric Hospital "Prof. Dr. Juan P. Garrahan", Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Radiology Department, Pediatric Hospital "Prof. Dr. Juan P. Garrahan", Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Pathology Department, Pediatric Hospital "Prof. Dr. Juan P. Garrahan", Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Neurosurgery Department, Pediatric Hospital "Prof. Dr. Juan P. Garrahan", Buenos Aires, Argentina
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