Glioblastoma multiforme
Glioblastoma multiforme is a malignant brain tumor that carries an extremely poor prognosis.
Signs and symptoms[change]
- Symptoms of increased Intracranial pressure including headache, pappiledema, nausea or vomiting, and diplopia.
Treatment[change]
Currently, most patients with Glioblastoma multiforme are initially treated with maximal surgical removal of the tumor, which is then followed by radiotherapy and Chemotherapy, most often with Temozolomide, a chemotheraputic agent that has been shown to have activity against glioblastoma multiforme. Radiosurgery is being investigated in the treatmet glioblastoma multiforme.
