Surgery for glioblastoma that has come back
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial studies whether operating on a brain tumor that has returned can help people with recurrent glioblastoma. It focuses on people whose scans suggest surgery is safe for important speech and movement brain areas.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old and can give informed consent
- You previously had glioblastoma removed by surgery, confirmed by lab tissue testing
- Your tumor has been treated with standard radiation, with or without temozolomide (a chemotherapy medicine)
- Your disease has had its first return/progression, not within 3 months after finishing radiation
- Brain MRI suggests the tumor can be removed safely without lasting problems with speech or movement
- Your health and daily functioning are good (KPS 70 or higher)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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