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Image-Guided Stereotactic Biopsy of High Grade Gliomas
[Protocol 09-060]
- Full Title :
- IMAGE-GUIDED STEREOTACTIC BIOPSY OF HIGH GRADE GLIOMAS
- Purpose :
The goal of this study is to investigate associations between PET imaging findings showing differences in tumor growth rate and the biology of the tumor as measured in sampled tumor tissue. An imaging technique using a very small amount of a radioactive tracer, called 18F-FLT positron emission tomography (PET) imaging, will be used to detect areas of rapid growth within a tumor.
This information may be used to determine the best combination of treatments for future brain tumor patients. These studies may also improve our understanding of the types of changes taking place in brain tumor tissue, which could improve patient outcome.
- Eligibility :
To be eligible for this study, patients must meet several criteria, including but not limited to the following:
- Patients must have newly diagnosed, previously untreated glioma which will be surgically removed.
- Patients must be age 18 or older.
For more information and to inquire about eligibility for this study, please contact Dr. Michelle Bradbury at 212-639-8938.
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