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Term | DIPG |
Short definition | DIPG - A rare, fast-growing tumor that forms in cells called glial cells in a part of the brainstem called the pons. DIPGs tend to spread to nearby tissues and other parts of the brainstem, are difficult to treat, and have a poor prognosis (outcome). |
Type | Cancer terms |
Specialty | Oncology |
Language | English |
Source | NCI |
Comments |
DIPG - A rare, fast-growing tumor that forms in cells called glial cells in a part of the brainstem called the pons. DIPGs tend to spread to nearby tissues and other parts of the brainstem, are difficult to treat, and have a poor prognosis (outcome). They usually appear in children. Also called diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma
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- Wikipedia's article - DIPG
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