Scientists probe why men fare worse with deadly brain cancer

NCT ID NCT07472387

First seen Apr 03, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study looks at how male hormones (androgens) influence the immune cells around glioblastoma, the most aggressive brain cancer. Researchers will analyze tumor and blood samples from 40 men and women aged 18-55 with newly diagnosed glioblastoma. The goal is to understand why men get this cancer more often and have worse outcomes, which could lead to better treatments.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Neuro-oncology department, Pitié Salpêtrière hospital

    Paris, 75013, France

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