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Case Studies | Radiological Sciences | India | Volume 8 Issue 9, September 2019 | Rating: 6.3 / 10

Pleomorphic Xanthoastrocytoma - A Rare Neoplasm of Central Nervous System

Dr. Satish Pathak | Dr. Sakshi Daga ^[2]

Abstract: Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma is a rare variant of cerebral glioma. We present a case of 21-year-old male with history of seizure and diminution of vision of right eye. Computed tomography [CT] and Magnetic resonance imaging [MRI] were performed revealing a mass at right cerebellopontine region infiltrating into right cerebellum and right half of brainstem with supratentorial petro-clival extension. Diagnosis of pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma was considered. Patient underwent tumour resection. Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis.

Keywords: Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma, seizure, Computed tomography, Magnetic resonance imaging

Edition: Volume 8 Issue 9, September 2019,

Pages: 1392 - 1394