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Tumor progression and transformation of low-grade glial tumors associated with pregnancy

Authors: Mariza Daras, Christina Cone, Katherine B. Peters

Published in: Journal of Neuro-Oncology | Issue 1/2014

Abstract

Brain tumor growth or progression has been shown to occur in low-grade glial tumors and meningiomas. While progression has been documented in this population, transformation to a more aggressive high-grade glial tumor that can lead to increased morbidity and mortality has not been identified. In this case series, we document transformation from low-grade gliomas to high-grade gliomas (WHO grade III and IV) in young women during pregnancy. We further discuss the possible etiologies of this phenomenon.

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Title: Tumor progression and transformation of low-grade glial tumors associated with pregnancy
Authors: Mariza Daras
Christina Cone
Katherine B. Peters
Publication date: 01-01-2014
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Journal of Neuro-Oncology / Issue 1/2014
Print ISSN: 0167-594X
Electronic ISSN: 1573-7373
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11060-013-1261-9

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