Low-Grade Gliomas in Adults
Open Access
- 1 June 2006
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in The Oncologist
- Vol. 11 (6), 681-693
- https://doi.org/10.1634/theoncologist.11-6-681
Abstract
Learning Objectives: After completing this course, the reader will be able to: Discuss the incidence of low-grade gliomas and list the various diagnostic methods employed for this group of tumors.Identify the factors that influence treatment decisions and the various treatment options available for low-grade gliomas.Outline the evidence regarding resection, radiation, and chemotherapy for the treatment of low-grade gliomas.List the specific subsets of low-grade glioma and the unique diagnostic, prognostic, and treatment factors associated with each subset.Describe the different treatment-related complications that are relevant for the low-grade glioma patient population. Access and take the CME test online and receive 1 AMA PRA category 1 credit at CME.TheOncologist.comKeywords
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