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A type of brain tumour which develops slowly in the connective tissue of the nervous system.<\/p>\n

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Astrocytomas are neoplasms of the stellate astrocytic neuroglia. Low-grade astrocytomas have a favorable prognosis in the pediatric age group. Slow-growing tumors, pediatric astrocytomas are far more benign than are those in adults. In children, astrocytomas usually occur in the posterior fossa.<\/p>\n

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Malignant tumor of the brain or spinal cord composed of astrocytes, with typical onset in the fifth decade of life.<\/p>\n

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A type of brain tumor that develops from glial (supportive] brain tissue. Astrocytomas can be benign or malignant and account for about 10 percent of all brain tumors. Astrocytomas are usually slow-growing in adults but can be fast-growing in children. Symptoms in children can include movement disorders, while in adults, symptoms are usually vague and can go undiagnosed for years. A diagnostic workup, or evaluation, may include CT (computed tomography) scanning or MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), followed by a tissue biopsy. Treatment generally includes surgical removal, followed by radiation therapy.<\/p>\n

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Tumor of the brain or spinal cord composed of astrocytes. Tumors are graded according to the prognosis.<\/p>\n

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Astrocytomas, a form of malignant brain tumor, represent the prevailing variant of gliomas, which emerge from the supportive glial cells found within the intricate nervous system.<\/p>\n

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Astrocytomas, predominantly originating in the cerebrum, which constitutes the principal mass of the brain, are categorized into four grades (I to IV) based on their growth rate and malignant nature. A grade I astrocytoma is characterized by gradual progression, with the potential to extensively spread throughout the brain, yet it may remain asymptomatic for numerous years. On the other end of the spectrum, the most aggressive and rapidly advancing subtype is referred to as glioblastoma multiforme, denoting a grade IV astrocytoma.<\/p>\n

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The symptoms associated with astrocytomas bear resemblance to those observed in various other forms of brain tumors. Diagnostic procedures encompass CT scanning or MRI to aid in accurate identification. Treatment typically involves surgical intervention and, in certain instances, the inclusion of radiotherapy.<\/p>\n

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