New combo therapy for aggressive brain cancer shows promise in early trial
NCT ID NCT03746080
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether adding whole brain radiation and a drug called plerixafor to the usual chemotherapy and radiation could help people with a fast-growing brain tumor called glioblastoma. 21 patients took part. The goal was to see if the combination could delay tumor growth and improve survival. The approach aims to control the disease, not cure it.
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Stanford Cancer Institute Palo Alto
Palo Alto, California, 94304, United States