Myxopapillary ependymoma
ORPHA:251643· ICD-10 D43.2
Definition
Myxopapillary ependymoma (MEPN) describes a slow growing ependymoma located almost exclusively in the conus medullaris-cauda equina-filum terminale region of the spinal cord, presenting in all age groups, and manifesting with variable symptoms such as neck pain, vomiting and unsteady gait and metastasis. It has a more aggressive disease course and is seen in the pediatric population.
- Prevalence
- <1 / 1 000 000
- Inheritance
- Not applicable
- Age of onset
- Adolescent, All ages, Childhood