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What is the use of treating glioblastoma multiforme if it's fatal?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Several: Because some patients respond better than others. I have some patients alive at 3-4 years. The goals of treatment are to prolong the progression free interval. The goal is not cure. We are learning a lot about the biology of the disease to better treat it. We are learning that certain markers predict response. It is always an option not to treat, however, we have gained a lot of knowledge.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Brain Protection: Survival is more than doubled with treatment. Treatment also keeps your brain working for as long as possible. Joshua Garren, MD Medical Director Tulsa Brain Tumor Clinic www.braintumorclinic.org
Answered 1/16/2016
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