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Ependymal Tumors
Source: Adult Central Nervous System Tumors Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: January 5, 2024 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment of Primary Adult Brain Tumor by Type of Tumor
Treatment of grade I and grade II ependymomas may include surgery to remove the tumor. Radiation therapy may also be given if some of the tumor remains after surgery.
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Treatment of grade III anaplastic ependymoma may include surgery and radiation therapy.
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Use our clinical trial search to find NCI-supported cancer clinical trials that are accepting patients. You can search for trials based on the type of cancer, the age of the patient, and where the trials are being done. General information about clinical trials is also available.
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