[A case of tumor of the pineal body treated with gamma rays of Co-60].

A 21-year-old patients was admitted to hospital with symptoms suggesting a tumour in the area of the epiphysis. Computer tomography confirmed the initial diagnosis. Since signs were present of increased intracranial pressure a Pudenz valve was implanted and in the second stage of treatment radiotherapy with radioactive cobalt was applied. A very good result was obtained with control CT failing to demonstrate presence of the tumour and hydrocephalus.