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Polymorphous low-grade neuroepithelial tumor of the young: a case report

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  • Haitao Wu

  • Youyuan Chen

  • Peng Sun

  • Wenshuai Deng

  • June 5, 2026

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    Polymorphous low-grade neuroepithelial tumor of the young (PLNTY) primarily presents as drug-resistant epilepsy, often diagnosed in adolescents.

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    Imaging typically shows atypical features, such as hypointensity on T2-weighted MRI, complicating diagnosis and potentially leading to misinterpretation.

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    Definitive diagnosis of PLNTY requires a combination of pathological morphology, immunohistochemistry, and molecular testing, including BRAF mutation analysis.

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    Gross total resection of PLNTY significantly reduces or eliminates seizures, resulting in a favorable prognosis for patients.

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    Fewer than 100 cases of PLNTY have been reported, highlighting the need for increased awareness and understanding of this rare tumor.

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