International Atomic Energy Agency Randomized Phase III Study of Radiation Therapy in Elderly and/or Frail Patients With Newly Diagnosed Glioblastoma Multiforme [Radiation Oncology]

Conclusion
There were no differences in overall survival time, progression-free survival time, and quality of life between patients receiving the two radiotherapy regimens. In view of the reduced treatment time, the short 1-week radiotherapy regimen may be recommended as a treatment option for elderly and/or frail patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma.

Source: Journal of Clinical Oncology - December 8, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Roa, Kepka, Kumar, Sinaika, Matiello, Lomidze, Hentati, Guedes de Castro, Dyttus-Cebulok, Drodge, Ghosh, Jeremić, Rosenblatt, Fidarova Tags: Brain Tumors, Radiation Radiation Oncology Source Type: research