BRAIN TUMOR ANAPLASTIC ASTROCYTOMA,WHAT TO DO AFTER SURGERY?
JAI – At the very experienced and excellent Mayo Clinic, New anaplastic astrocytoma treatments are developed continually, so several options may be available for patients. The pros and cons of each option are discussed in detail during treatment planning. The goal is to improve both the duration and quality of survival. Every effort is made to tailor the treatment program to the needs of each patient and family. Treatment options and survival odds depend on the glioma type, size and location, as well as the patient’s age and overall health. Chances of survival are small but many patients have been “cured.” My wife had a 3 inch large anaplastic astrocytoma. It was surgically excised but some tumor remained at the margin. She underwent further radiation and chemotherapy. In 10 years of close follow-up, the tumor never came back.
