Evolution of radiotherapy and chemotherapy practice in malignant gliomas

Abstract

Malignant astrocytomas of the brain carry a poor prognosis. This article traces the evolution of radiotherapy and chemotherapy practice including the development of concurrent chemo-radiation schedules in the context of these tumors.

Key words

Chemotherapy - glioma - radiotherapy

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