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Published in: Acta Neurochirurgica 11/2010

01-11-2010 | Review Article

Molecular genetics, imaging and treatment of oligodendroglial tumours

Authors: Michael D. Jenkinson, Carol Walker, Andrew R. Brodbelt, Simone Wilkins, David Husband, Brian Haylock

Published in: Acta Neurochirurgica | Issue 11/2010

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Abstract

The discovery of a genetic signature of chemosensitivity and prognosis in oligodendroglial tumours prompted a new optimism in glioma management. After more than a decade since the initial reports, where do we stand in the current management of oligodendroglial tumours? This review focuses on the latest molecular genetics, imaging characteristics, and recent trials of treatment paradigms for these tumours.
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Metadata
Title
Molecular genetics, imaging and treatment of oligodendroglial tumours
Authors
Michael D. Jenkinson
Carol Walker
Andrew R. Brodbelt
Simone Wilkins
David Husband
Brian Haylock
Publication date
01-11-2010
Publisher
Springer Vienna
Published in
Acta Neurochirurgica / Issue 11/2010
Print ISSN: 0001-6268
Electronic ISSN: 0942-0940
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00701-010-0784-5

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