2.4K views · 17 reactions | Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma is a type of brain tumor that are most common in children ages 7 to 9, but can occur at any age. Learn more here: https://www.acco.org/dipg-awareness-day/ | American Childhood Cancer Organization | Facebook

Case study 97 - Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) DIPG is a type of tumor that starts in the brain stem, the part of the brain just above the back of the neck and connected to the spine. Most patients are diagnosed before seven years of age. After diagnosis, median survival is usually nine months. Only 10% live for more than two years. When compared to pediatric glioblastoma, the prognosis for DIPG is the worst with less overall survival. #neurosurgery #casestudy #sundaycasestudy #ladyspin