👉 Astrocytomas are a type of cancer that occurs in the glial cells, which are responsible for regulating and controlling many functions within the brain. They can be found in any part of the brain, but they are most commonly seen in the areas around the optic nerve, including the optic radiations and the retina. Astrocytomas can arise from astrocytes or glia cells, which are specialized cells that help to transport substances through the blood vessels. They can develop into
