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Pilomyxoid astrocytoma of brain

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Link to WHO Definition

Pilomyxoid astrocytoma of brain – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/294518434

A recently described astrocytic tumour of uncertain relation to pilocytic astrocytoma. It occurs predominantly in infants and young children. It is characterised by a monomorphic architectural pattern, usually associated with the absence of Rosenthal fibers and eosinophilic granular bodies. The clinical course is usually aggressive -- 2004