Ganglioglioma Defined

A ganglioglioma, also called gangliocytomas or ganglioneuromas, arise in ganglia-type cells, which are nerve cells.  They most commonly occur in the temporal lobe of the cerebral hemispheres, the third ventricle and less commonly in the spine.  They are well-defined tumors with distinct margins, are slow growing and are rarely malignant.

Symptoms:

• Seizure are most commonly present

Treatments:

Treatment is typically surgery and may include radiation if a full resection is not possible.