Rosette-forming glioneuronal tumor of fourth ventricule

Rosette-forming glioneuronal tumor of fourth ventricule

Definition

A central nervous system neoplasm mostly occurring in the fourth ventricle region. It is characterized by the presence of neurocytes forming pseudorosettes and astrocytes which contain Rosenthal fibers. Cytologic atypia is minimal.

Also known as DNT of the cerebellum, dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial tumor of cerebellum, dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial tumour of cerebellum, RGNT, rosette-forming glioneuronal tumor — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Central nervous system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
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