[Germinoma of the basal ganglia and thalamus with brain stem invasion: case report]. / Germinoma localizado nos núcleos da base e tálamo com invasão do tronco cerebral. Relato de caso.

We report an unusual case of germinoma arising from the basal ganglia and thalamus with brain stem invasion, with emphasis on computed tomography and magnetic resonance findings. Diagnosis was confirmed by histopathologic examination. Early detection of this tumor is important due to its potential response to treatment.