Please, write us a short description of what you are looking for and we will find it for you!
Please, write us a short description of what you are looking for and we will find it for you!
Specialization: Oncology
Glioma belongs to the malignant tumors group. A tumor hits the brain or spinal cord. Pathology occurs in children’s and adults’ bodies. In some cases, the disease progresses very quickly. The tumor appears because of the uncontrolled division of glial cells, which are involved in the work of a central nervous system. Doctors define three types of pathology, differing in the degree of aggressiveness.
Studies show that emergence and development of glioma is provoked by DNA changes. DNA contained in our genome controls cell growth and reproduction. When “unhealthy” changes or mutations occur, cells can begin to divide and move uncontrollably.
Mutated genes are most often passed down from generation to generation. Less commonly, genes mutate during the life cycle of an organism. Mainly this pathology affects the elderly – 50-70 years old, mostly men. In addition, we highlight risk factors for glioma development:
Possible complications accompanying brain tumor:
Diagnosis of glioma begins with MRI or CT brain scan (or its trunk) – using this method, it is easiest to identify a glioma tumor, and determine its nature.
After receiving the results, a doctor makes a conclusion as to the pathology presence or absence. With manifestation of abnormal mass in pictures, the physician prescribes a biopsy – taking a piece of tissue for tests. This helps to reveal:
Consider basic and additional methods for glioma treatment.
Age has a direct impact on ability to resist pathology. For elderly people, prognosis is poor.
5-year rate based on disease type: the highest for adults and children with low-impact tumors – 76-80%; 6-20% for glioblastomas – most dangerous and aggressive tumor.