To discuss on the surgical removal of the region of pineal gland

ABSTRACT

Pineal gland is structured by special morphology of neural cells. The tumor originates from the gland or its surrounding tissnes therefore these tumors have histologically different origins. They are in deep location with narrow path inward. Pineal tumor has not specific symptoms and usually diagnosed lately. The removal surgery comfuses of 2 stages - first brain ventricular-abdomen drainage, second tumor removal within 2-3 weeks after the first stage. There are 5 methods to approach the tumor, with own advantages and short comings