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Supratentorial pilocytic astrocytoma in children
Carmen Elena Niculescu1, Ligia Stănescu, M Popescu
1Department of Pediatrics, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, Romania. niculescudragos@yahoo.com
Abstract:
Brain tumors hold second place in tumoral pediatric pathology and have a complex etiopathogeny. The authors describe the case of a child aged 2 years and 4 months with increased intracranial pressure, symptomatology accompanied by rapid deterioration of general condition. Head CT imaging examination showed intra-nevraxial replacement space process, supratentorial. Histopathological examination revealed the typical grade I pilocytic astrocytoma. Time of diagnosis and surgical intervention is essential for further evolution and prognosis.

