Evaluation of Irradiation Effects on the Subventricular Zone in Patients with Glioblastoma
Overview
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Background
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Data Highlights
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Key Findings
Median overall survival (OS) was 13 months, and median progression-free survival (PFS) was 6.5 months.
SVZ contact was associated with inferior OS (7 vs 15 months; p = 0.044).
Higher ipsilateral SVZ dose (≥52.14 Gy) showed a trend toward improved OS (p = 0.04).
SVZ contact identified a higher-risk subgroup of GBM patients.
Findings are exploratory and require larger studies for validation.
Clinical Implications
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Conclusion
The study highlights the complex role of the SVZ in GBM prognosis and treatment response. Further research is essential to clarify the therapeutic implications of SVZ irradiation.
