Compare awake, asleep, or no mapping during brain tumor surgery
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study looks at whether surgeons get better safety and control during glioblastoma removal by using awake testing, asleep testing, or no mapping. Mapping helps identify brain areas involved in movement, speech, or vision to lower the risk of serious side effects.
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Who can take part
- You’re between 18 and 90 years old
- MRI shows you have a glioblastoma (GBM), as decided by the neurosurgeon
- Your tumor is located in or near brain areas important for movement, speech, touch/sensation, vision, or related pathways
- Your neurosurgeon thinks your tumor can be safely removed with surgery
- You can sign written consent to join the study
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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