NCIt definition : A neoplasm of the central nervous system composed predominantly of cells morphologically
resembling oligodendroglia. Oligodendroglial tumors histologically comprise a continuous
spectrum ranging from well-differentiated neoplasms to frankly malignant tumors. WHO
grading system recognizes two malignancy grades: WHO grade 2 for well-differentiated
tumors (oligodendroglioma) and WHO grade 3 for anaplastic oligodendroglioma. (Adapted
from WHO);
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A rare, slow-growing tumor that begins in the oligodendrocytes (brain cells
that provide support and nourishment for nerve cells).;