Current and future strategies for treatment of glioma

Neurosurg Rev. 2017 Jan;40(1):1-14. doi: 10.1007/s10143-016-0709-8. Epub 2016 Apr 16.

Abstract

Gliomas are one of the most common types of primary brain tumors and have remained particularly challenging to treat. This review illustrates a multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of glioma and glioblastoma. We will review current advances in surgical approaches, novel imaging techniques, advanced molecular characterization of tumors and translational efforts for treatment. We will focus on current clinical trials as well as the pursuit of personalized or precision therapy. We will also comment on the importance of both quality of life of our patients and their care givers.

Keywords: Glioblastoma; Glioma; Pharmacology; Quality of life; Review; Stem cell; Targeted therapy; Treatment.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Brain / pathology*
  • Brain / surgery
  • Brain Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Brain Neoplasms / pathology
  • Brain Neoplasms / therapy*
  • Glioma / classification
  • Glioma / pathology*
  • Glioma / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Quality of Life
  • Stem Cell Transplantation*
  • Stem Cells / cytology*