Glioma Flashcards
1
Q
What is a glioma?
A
Glioma is a general term for tumors that start in the glial cells.
2
Q
What are the types of gliomas?
A
Types of gliomas include:
- Astrocytoma (from astrocytes)
- Oligodendroglioma (from oligodendrocytes)
- Ependymomas (from ependymal cells)
- Oligoastrocytomas (mixed)
3
Q
What is the most common primary brain tumor?
A
The most common primary brain tumor is glioma.
