Abstract
Reports of congenital anaplastic astrocytoma have been rare, representing less than 2% of all brain tumors. We present a case of a congenital anaplastic astrocytoma discovered during the first 24 hours after delivery. A recent literature review found 12 additional cases since 1972. The presenting signs, most common findings on neuroimaging, treatment, and outcome are examined.
MeSH terms
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Brain Neoplasms / congenital
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Brain Neoplasms / diagnosis
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Brain Neoplasms / pathology
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Brain Neoplasms / surgery
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Fatal Outcome
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Female
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Frontal Lobe / diagnostic imaging
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Frontal Lobe / pathology*
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Glioblastoma / congenital
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Glioblastoma / diagnosis*
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Glioblastoma / pathology
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Glioblastoma / surgery
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Humans
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Hydrocephalus / surgery
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Infant, Newborn
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Tomography, X-Ray Computed
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Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt