Glioblastomas (GBM) demonstrate in vivo genetic and histologic heterogeneity that can be non-invasively identified using imaging phenotypes that identify regionally distinct areas of tumor with genetic alterations that drive tumor resistance pathways. The researchers propose a unique approach to assess initial GBM heterogeneity by performing histological and genomic analysis of biopsies targeted by advanced MRI before treatment.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
6
Stereotactic biopsies will be performed prior to resection.
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Identify candidate genes with differential expression in therapy-resistant imaging subvolumes
Time frame: At time of surgery
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