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Childhood Malignant Gliomas

Learning Objectives: After reading this article, the participant should be able to:1. Describe the clinical presentation and radiological evaluation of childhood malignant gliomas.2. Explain the surgical indications and resection of childhood malignant gliomas.3. Recall the role of adjuvant therapy and indications for treatment of childhood malignant gliomas.4. Explain the different adjuvant therapies (chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and others) in the treatment of childhood malignant gliomas.

L. Sutton | W. Loudon

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