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Head circumference, brain weight, and tumor burden.
Journal of Child Neurology
|July 1, 1986
Summary
Delayed diagnosis of ependymoma can lead to incomplete surgical removal, making radiotherapy less effective. Early detection and combined treatments are crucial for managing this brain tumor effectively.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric neuro-oncology
- Neurosurgery
- Radiation oncology
Background:
- Ependymomas are primary brain tumors that arise from ependymal cells.
- Delayed diagnosis can result in significant tumor burden, complicating treatment.
- Effective management requires timely intervention and multimodal therapeutic strategies.