Diffuse astrocytoma NOS (gemistocytic)

Discussion:

This case demonstrates fairly typical (pathologically-proven) features of a gemistocytic astrocytoma. Although they are considered WHO grade II tumors, they have a poorer prognosis than other grade II astrocytomas. 

Note: IDH mutation status is not provided in this case and according to the 2016 WHO classification of CNS tumors, this tumor would, therefore, be designated as a gemistocytic astrocytoma NOS.

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