Treatment - NCI-CONNECTions
Rare brain and spine tumor treatment-related news and commentaries from patients and leading experts. Includes articles on treatment options, side effects, and treatment-related research.
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Modifying a Chemotherapy Drug Offers Hope to People with Rare Brain and Spine TumorsA phase 1/2 clinical trial is testing an investigational drug called PLX038 on hard-to-treat central nervous system tumors containing extra copies of the MYC and MYCN genes.
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New Clinical Trial Tests a Kind of Precision Medicine Treatment for IDH-Mutant Brain TumorsA new trial investigates zotiraciclib as a treatment for people with recurrent gliomas containing an IDH1 or IDH2 mutation to control tumor growth and improve quality of life.
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Understanding the Unique Barriers Adolescents and Young Adults with Central Nervous System Cancers Face in Clinical CareIn a new systematic review, researchers identify the specific challenges that make it difficult for this patient population to enroll in clinical trials and seek specialized treatment.
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Forging an Alliance of Care to Meet the Unmet Needs of Rare Brain and Spine Tumor PatientsProviders in the NCI-CONNECT Clinic collaborate with a patient’s local specialists to offer guidance and opportunities to participate in cutting-edge clinical trials.
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New Research Physician Helps Fight Rare Brain Tumors with KnowledgeDr. Byram Ozer joins NCI-CONNECT to help care for and educate patients, while bringing together medical professionals to learn new skills and treatment approaches.
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Neuroradiologist Offers Insight on MRI ScansNeuroradiologist Dr. John Butman has advice for what to expect from brain and spinal cord imaging when you have a cancer diagnosis.
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Neurosurgeon Values Teamwork for Optimal CareNeurosurgeon Dr. John Heiss shares how his ability to provide the best care for rare brain and spine tumor patients depends heavily on teamwork—both inside and outside the operating room.
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Working Toward Better Radiation Responses Through Novel, Targeted DrugsRadiation Oncologist Dr. Kevin Camphausen is helping people with brain and spine tumors by developing drugs that can enhance the impact of radiation treatment.
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What to Expect During and After Radiation TreatmentsNick had four surgeries and multiple radiation treatments to address his ependymoma tumors. He shares what to expect during and after radiation—and how cancer changed his outlook on life.
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Things to Know About Chemotherapy for a Brain TumorGiselle shares her treatment journey with five brain tumors over 23 years. She gives important advice for managing chemotherapy and staying positive.