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How do you approach treatment of an optic glioma in an adult?

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Radiation Oncology · University of Louisville School of Medicine

Optic gliomas, particularly the pilocytic variety (generally found in children) are very rare in adults (unless associated with NF1) and the literature is scanty (mostly case reports). The diagnosis is frequently delayed and therefore, significant visual loss is common at diagnosis. The histology is...

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