Hi, I have recently been told my Dad has glioblastoma, can any one give me some answers o which way this goes?

Question

My Dad has only recently had an operation for a tumor that was found. We were only just informed that the tumor is a Glioblastoma Multiforme. I am very new to this and have read a bit about this on the net.

Answer 1

Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) also known as grade 4 astrocytoma is the most common and aggressive type of primary brain tumor, accounting for 52 percent of all primary brain tumor cases and 20% of all intracranial tumors. Despite being the most prevalent form of primary brain tumor, GBM's occur at only 2-3 cases per 100,000 people in Europe and North America.

Treatment can involve chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery; all of which are acknowledged as palliative measures, meaning that they do not provide a cure. The 5 year survival rate of the disease has remained unchanged over the past 30 years, and stands at less than three percent. Even with complete surgical resection of the tumor, combined with the best available treatment, the survival rate for GBM remains very low.

I am so sorry to hear this and to have to give you this information. I hope your Dad responds to treatment and is one who goes into remission. Many prayers!

Answer 2

http://www.answers.com/topic/glioblastoma-multiforme

so keep reading and gettng more answers...if you don't understand what you are reading, then ask about that.