Treatment of very elderly glioblastoma patients  ≥ 75 years of age: whom to treat

ConclusionFor very elderly patients, the natural course of disease without treatment is devastating. These patients benefit from multimodal treatment including adjuvant radiotherapy and chemotherapy. A beneficial effect of resection has not been demonstrated. Treatment options and outcomes should be thoughtfully discussed before treatment decisions are made.
Source: Journal of Neuro-Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research