Subependymal giant cell astrocytoma
JPMA-Journal of Pakistan Medical Association. 2006; 56 (10): 463-465
in English
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ABSTRACT
Subependymal giant cell astrocytomas [SEGAs] are slowly growing tumours corresponding to WHO grade I. They are intraventricular and usually occur in the setting of tuberous sclerosis complex. They often result in obstructive hydrocephalus. Treatment is usually restricted to surgical resection, recurrences are rare and long term prognosis is excellent. We present a series of three cases
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Index:
IMEMR (Eastern Mediterranean)
Main subject:
Astrocytoma
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Central Nervous System Neoplasms
Type of study:
Case report
Limits:
Female
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Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
J. Pak. Med. Assoc.
Year:
2006
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