Characterization of Adult Patients with Pilocytic Astrocytoma with an Aggressive Clinical Course. Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study. Single Center Experience

Abstract

Background: Pilocytic astrocytoma (PA) is a common tumor of the central nervous system and is considered a benign condition. However, in some cases PA can have an aggressive clinical behavior. Aim: To analyze and correlate factors leading to an aggressive course of disease in patients with Pilocytic astrocytoma.