Hemangioblastoma
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Hemangioblastoma Definition
A WHO grade I tumor of uncertain histogenesis which is composed of stromal cells and abundant capillaries. Approximately 25% of hemangioblastomas are associated with Von Hippel-Lindau disease, a disease inherited through an autosomal dominant trait and characterized by the development of capillary hemangioblastomas of the central nervous system and retina, clear cell renal carcinoma, pheochromocytoma, and pancreatic and inner ear tumors. (Adapted from WHO.)
Hemangioblastoma Synonyms
Capillary Hemangioblastoma, Angioblastoma, Hemangioblastoma
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