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Subependymal giant cell astrocytoma of brain

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Link to WHO Definition

Subependymal giant cell astrocytoma of brain – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/776999891

A benign, slowly growing tumour (WHO grade I) typically arising in the wall of the lateral ventricles and composed of large ganglioid astrocytes. It is the most common CNS neoplasm in patients with tuberous sclerosis complex and typically occurs during the first two decades of life. (WHO)