Behind the Tumor: Ependymoma

An ependymoma is an accumulation of irregular cells, forming a tumor in either your brain or spinal cord. It falls under the category of primary central nervous system tumors, originating directly in your brain or spinal cord rather than migrating from another location. Ependymomas typically exhibit slow growth and seldom extend to other parts of the body.Classified as a type of glioma, ependymomas initiate in glial cells. These cells play a supportive role for neurons in your brain and spinal cord.