Title
Extra-CNS metastasis from glioblastoma: a rare clinical entity
Publication Date
2015
Journal Title
Expert Rev Anticancer Ther
Abstract
Extra-CNS metastasis from glioblastoma (ECMGBM) is an emerging but little known clinical entity. We review pre-clinical and translational publications assessing the ability of GBM to spread locally and outside the CNS. Reported cases demonstrating ECMGBM are reviewed providing a summary of presentations for the entity. Special attention is placed on transmission of GBM through organ transplantation. Finally, predictions are made as to the future significance of ECMGBM, especially in the context of better outcomes in CNS GBM.
Volume Number
15
Issue Number
5
Pages
545-552
Document Type
Article
Status
Faculty
Facility
School of Medicine
Primary Department
Radiation Medicine
PMID
DOI
10.1586/14737140.2015.1028374