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The causes of brain cancer are unknown. Genetic
mutations and the absence of certain genes have been shown to increase the
risk for some types of brain cancer. Exposure to vinyl chloride also may
cause a tumor. Inherited diseases that are associated with brain tumors
include the following:
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Pituitary adenoma |
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Spinal tumors |
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Malignant retinal glioma |
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Retinal tumors |
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Melanoma |
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