Glioma

Tumor from brain supporting tissue

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What is this Condition?

Gliomas are tumors that develop from glial cells in the brain. They can be low-grade or high-grade.

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Diagnosis Methods

Diagnosis is made through brain MRI, spectroscopy, and biopsy.

Treatment Methods

Treatment is planned according to tumor grade; surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy.

References

  1. Greenberg MS. Handbook of Neurosurgery. 10th ed. Thieme; 2023.
  2. Winn HR, ed. Youmans and Winn Neurological Surgery. 6th ed. Elsevier; 2011.
  3. Osborn AG, Hedlund GL, Salzman KL. Osborn's Brain: Imaging, Pathology, and Anatomy. 2nd ed. Elsevier; 2018.

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