2024 - NCI-CONNECTions
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New Clinical Trial Tests a Kind of Precision Medicine Treatment for IDH-Mutant Brain Tumors
A 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 Care
In 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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Community and Spirituality Help Five-Time Ependymoma Survivor Embrace Diagnosis
Paul has lived with a recurring ependymoma of the brain and spine for most of his life. In that time, he has found connection in the NCI-CONNECT community, comfort in spirituality, and trust in his care team.