Non-surgical approach to a paediatric pilocytic astrocytoma with MRI follow-up. Case report and brief literature review

Abstract

Introduction: Pilocytic astrocytoma is a common tumour in paediatric patients. A low-grade glioma, it is most commonly treated by surgery, with various post-surgical side effects. New methods of treatment and follow-up are constantly evolving to offer alternative options to paediatric patients whose nerve structures are developing.

Keywords

• pilocytic astrocytoma
• magnetic resonance imaging
• low-grade glioma
• paediatric brain tumour