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Definition of Oligodendroglioma

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

Oligodendroglioma: A rare, slow-growing brain tumor that begins in cells called oligodendrocytes, which provide support and nourishment for cells that transmit nerve impulses. Also known as oligodendroglial tumor.