Some germ cells do not go to the right place and instead settle in another part of the body. Germ cell cancers can start in the spine, chest, and brain. What causes germ cell tumors? We do not know ...

Germ cell brain tumors are rare brain tumors that account for 2–3% of all primary intracranial tumors. They develop in the pineal or suprasellar region of the brain.

Brain cancer can cause many different complications, from seizures to extreme fatigue. Use this WebMD slideshow to learn how it can affect your body, and what you and your doctor can do about it.

Tumor cells circulating in the blood are the germ cells of breast cancer metastases ... spread to vital organs such as the liver, lungs or brain and are usually difficult to treat.

Gene mutations associated with cancer can be passed on through the germ line (i.e., inherited from one's parents), or they can be acquired through somatic mutations. It takes time for a cell to ...