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Glioma

A glioma is a type of tumor that originates in the glial cells of the brain or the spinal cord. These tumors are often malignant and can affect different regions of the central nervous system.

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Noun (Medical)

- The most common type of glioma is astrocytoma, which develops from star-shaped cells called astrocytes.
- Glioblastoma multiforme is a highly aggressive grade IV glioma with poor prognosis.

Noun (Locality)

- Glioma is a small town nestled in the scenic hills of the Italian countryside.

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