Rare Presentation and Diagnostic Challenge of a Germ Cell Tumor of the Yolk Sac Type.
Cureus
; 16(1): e53138, 2024 Jan.
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Opsoclonus-ataxia paraneoplastic syndrome (OAPS) is a rare neurological disorder often associated with malignancies. This case report highlights an unusual instance of OAPS linked to a yolk sac (germ cell) tumor, a correlation underrepresented in the medical literature. The patient presented with distinct neurological symptoms alongside mediastinal lymphadenopathies. The subsequent diagnostic journey revealed a yolk sac germ cell tumor. Following incisional biopsies and treatment, the patient experienced fluctuations in mental status, leading to challenges in initiating chemotherapy. Despite these complications, a multidisciplinary approach involving neurologists, oncologists, and hematologists was pivotal. The case emphasizes the complexities of managing OAPS in tandem with a germ cell tumor, underscoring the need for further research and highlighting the significance of specialized neurological evaluation in similar cases.
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