Multicentric Astrocytoma Presenting withSupra- and Infratentorial Involvement: ACase Report

Middle East Journal of Cancer

关键词: Multiple brain lesions;    Metastases;    Astrocytoma;   

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来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

This report describes the case of a 56 year-old man with a history of diplopia. Hisbrain imaging showed multiple lesions with a metastatic appearance, however allinvestigations to determine the primary source of malignancy were negative. Thepatient underwent a brain biopsy, which was positive for anaplastic astrocytoma, arare tumor that should be considered in the differential diagnosis of secondary braintumors.

【 授权许可】

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