Important Notice: Our web hosting provider recently started charging us for additional visits, which was unexpected. In response, we're seeking donations. Depending on the situation, we may explore different monetization options for our Community and Expert Contributors. It's crucial to provide more returns for their expertise and offer more Expert Validated Answers or AI Validated Answers. Learn more about our hosting issue here.

What is the role of chemotherapy in treating “atypical” brain stem tumors?

0
Posted

What is the role of chemotherapy in treating “atypical” brain stem tumors?

0

In atypical brain stem tumors, chemotherapy has been useful in children whose tumors are progressive and not accessible via surgery. In children younger than age 3, chemotherapy may be preferable to radiotherapy because of the negative effect radiation can produce on the developing brain. For recurrent or progressive brain stem gliomas a variety drug trials are available through the national research consortiums Children’s Oncology Group and through many other institutions, including the Maxine Dunitz Neurosurgical Institute, Johns Hopkins Hospital and the National Institutes of Health/Children’s National Medical Center.

Related Questions

Thanksgiving questions

*Sadly, we had to bring back ads too. Hopefully more targeted.