Cancer News: Brain

Glioblastoma treatment trial disappoints despite high hopes

Bevacizuman (used in this trial, and shown in earlier ones to be an effective drug in recurrent disease) did not prolong survival on newly diagnosed patients.

Brain tumor treatment options may be revealed by new technology

New technology can improve imaging on glioblastoma multiforme tumors (a form of brain tumor), which may offer important treatment information and options.

Chemotherapy after radiation benefits adults with low-grade brain cancer

A combination chemotherapy regimen administered after radiation therapy improved survival in adults with low-grade gliomas, a form of brain cancer, compared to taking radiation therapy on its own.