Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma

MONDO:0016690

A WHO grade ll astrocytic tumor with a relatively favorable prognosis. It is characterized by pleomorphic and lipidized cells expressing GFAP often surrounded by a reticulin network and eosinophilic granular bodies. It presents in the superficial cerebral hemispheres and involves the meninges. It typically affects children and young adults.

Also known as: PXA, pleomorphic Xantho-astrocytoma

1458 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 7 tagged with Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma itself.

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Brain tumor study probes how income and community shape health

Knowledge-focused Completed

This completed study surveyed 100 adults with brain tumors (gliomas) to understand how social factors like income, education, housing, and community support affect their health. Participants answered questionnaires about their neighborhoods, access to food and transportation, and…

Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused

Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC

Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma

Where it sits in the disease tree

Brain tumor study probes how income and community shape health