Oligodendroglioma in Adults
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Oligodendroglioma in adults is a type of tumor that originates in certain support cells of the central nervous system, called oligodendrocytes. It develops within the brain tissue and its behavior varies from one person to another.
Manifestations that are usually described: persistent headaches, seizures, changes in mood, or difficulties in functions such as language or movement, depending on the area affected.
When to seek an evaluation? In the presence of new neurological symptoms or ones that cannot be explained by another cause, a timely evaluation is important.
Specialists involved: its study and management involve a team: the neurosurgeon evaluates the surgical part, while the oncologist and the radiation oncologist or radiation therapist take part in the complementary approach. Coordinating care with these professionals makes it possible to receive an informed and personalized plan.
Data on 117 doctors who treat oligodendroglioma in adults
Which specialist treats oligodendroglioma in adults?
Oligodendroglioma in adults is a type of brain tumor that should be treated by a neurosurgeon, who is trained to evaluate imaging studies and determine the surgical approach. See this specialist as soon as you have a diagnosis or suspicion of this type of tumor.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in oligodendroglioma in adults
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Rosa Elena Caballero Landinez
Dr. Edgar Varela Santoyo
Dr. Aslhie Oyuki Orzuna Vazquez
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Dharely Raquel Cid Sanchez
Dr. Dharely Raquel Cid Sanchez
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Frequently asked questions
What is oligodendroglioma in adults?
Oligodendroglioma in adults is a type of tumor that originates in certain support cells of the central nervous system, called oligodendrocytes. It develops within the brain tissue and its behavior varies from one person to another.
Which doctor treats oligodendroglioma in adults?
Oligodendroglioma in adults is a type of brain tumor that should be treated by a neurosurgeon, who is trained to evaluate imaging studies and determine the surgical approach. See this specialist as soon as you have a diagnosis or suspicion of this type of tumor.