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Meaning of pineocytoma: A slow growing type of brain tumor that occurs in or around the pineal gland, a tiny organ near the center of the brain.

Definition of pineocytoma

A slow growing type of brain tumor that occurs in or around the pineal gland, a tiny organ near the center of the brain.

Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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