Doç. Dr. Özgür AKŞAN
Beyin ve Sinir Cerrahisi
What is this Condition?
Astrocytoma is a glial tumor originating from astrocyte cells in the brain. It ranges from Grade 1-4 according to WHO classification. Low-grade astrocytomas grow slowly, while high-grade ones are more aggressive.
Symptoms
Chronic headaches
Seizures
Personality and behavioral changes
Memory problems
Speech difficulties
Motor weakness
Diagnosis Methods
Evaluated with MRI imaging and MR spectroscopy. Definitive diagnosis is made by pathological examination after surgical biopsy or resection.
Treatment Methods
Treatment varies by grade. Surgical resection may be sufficient for low-grade tumors. High-grade tumors require radiotherapy and chemotherapy after surgery.
Surgical Resection
Radiotherapy
Temozolomide Chemotherapy
Targeted Therapy
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