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Sequential CT study of subependymal giant-cell astrocytoma associated with tuberous sclerosis

Kazuyoshi Morimoto, H Mogami

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The authors describe the growth pattern of a subependymal giant-cell astrocytoma associated with tuberous sclerosis, which was demonstrated by sequential computerized tomography scans over 7 years. The diagnosis and treatment of this tumor are discussed, and the pertinent literature is reviewed.

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The authors describe the growth pattern of a subependymal giant-cell astrocytoma associated with tuberous sclerosis, which was demonstrated by sequential computerized tomography scans over 7 years. The diagnosis and treatment of this tumor are discussed, and the pertinent literature is reviewed.

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The authors describe the growth pattern of a subependymal giant-cell astrocytoma associated with tuberous sclerosis, which was demonstrated by sequential computerized tomography scans over 7 years. The diagnosis and treatment of this tumor are discussed, and the pertinent literature is reviewed.

Key concepts: Tuberous sclerosis, Subependymal giant cell astrocytoma, Medicine, Subependymal zone, Astrocytoma, Pathology, Giant cell, Radiology

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