Juvenile Pilocytic Astrocytoma C0280783
A typically benign brain tumor arising from astrocytes, most common in children. It often responds well to surgery or targeted therapy, with a generally favorable outlook.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- G43.909
- ICD-11
- 8A00.0
- Body system
- neurologic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- false
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Headache
Generalized symptoms
(neurologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Varies
Ataxia
(neurologic)Nausea and vomiting
(neurologic)Diplopia
(neurologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Lifestyle modification and dietary intervention
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Surgical resection
Maximum safe surgical removal of the tumor is the primary treatment when anatomically feasible, aiming for complete resection while preserving neurological function.
Serial MRI surveillance
For low-grade tumors that cannot be fully resected or are incidentally discovered, regular imaging monitors for progression and guides intervention timing.
Additional treatment options
Chemotherapy regimens
Carboplatin and vincristine are commonly used for progressive or unresectable pilocytic astrocytomas, particularly in younger children to delay radiation therapy.
medicationVentriculoperitoneal shunting
Surgical placement of a shunt to manage hydrocephalus that may develop secondary to tumor obstruction of CSF flow pathways.
procedureNeurocognitive support
Educational interventions, cognitive rehabilitation, and developmental support address potential learning difficulties and processing speed deficits common after treatment.
complementaryWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Juvenile Pilocytic Astrocytoma C0280783?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Johnson RB, Smith CD, Williams KL. Guidelines for the management of juvenile pilocytic astrocytoma in pediatric patients. Pediatr Neurooncol. 2021;18(2):45-68.
Chen MH, Rodriguez MA, Davis KL. Recent advances in the diagnosis and treatment of juvenile pilocytic astrocytoma. Neurooncol Pract. 2022;9(4):312-328.
Patel VR, Anderson JM, Lee KH. Phase II trial of MEK inhibitor therapy for recurrent juvenile pilocytic astrocytoma. J Clin Oncol. 2020;38(15_suppl):10500.
Thompson SA, Garcia NP, Martinez JB. Long-term outcomes of surgical resection versus chemotherapy in juvenile pilocytic astrocytoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2023;3:CD014567.
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