A 12-year-old boy's mother brings him to the clinic because he has headaches and unsteady walk. His symptoms started a few months ago, and they have gotten progressively worse. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

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A 12-year-old boy's mother brings him to the clinic because he has headaches and unsteady walk. His symptoms started a few months ago, and they have gotten progressively worse.  Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

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Eductional Objective: The most typical type of pediatric brain tumors are pilocytic astrocytomas. They often develop in the cerebellum and may be distinguished from medulloblastomas on imaging by having both solid and cystic components.

A 12-Year-Old Boy's Mother Brings Him to the Clinic Because