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View Main Condition: Brain Tumor

What is the definition of Gliosarcoma?
Gliosarcoma is a rare type of brain tumor that develops from glial cells, which are specialized cells that surround and support neurons (nerve cells). Unlike gliomas, gliosarcomas have a higher likelihood to spread to the lymph nodes, lungs, and liver. 
What are the causes of Gliosarcoma?
The cause of gliosarcomas is still unknown. However, gliosarcomas generally tend to be more common in adults than children. Men are also more likely to develop gliosarcomas than women.
What are the symptoms of Gliosarcoma?
The symptoms of gliosarcomas primarily depend on the tumor's location as well as how much the tumor has spread. Common symptoms include headaches, memory difficulties, fatigue, numbness, balance issues, and seizures. 
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What are the current treatments for Gliosarcoma?
Treatment for gliosarcoma may include surgery, radiation therapy, and/or chemotherapy. Surgery to remove as much of the tumor as possible is generally the first step in treating gliosarcoma. However, if a tumor is located near a sensitive area in the brain, surgery may not be possible at all. Radiation therapy often follows surgery for the treatment of gliosarcoma. Radiation therapy involves the use of high-energy beams, including X-rays or protons, to destroy tumor cells. Chemotherapy involves the use of drugs, either taken orally or injected through a vein, to kill tumor cells. Chemotherapy is often used in combination with radiation therapy.
Who are the top Gliosarcoma Local Doctors?
Elite in Gliosarcoma
Dr. John F. De Groot
Neurology
Elite in Gliosarcoma
Dr. John F. De Groot
Neurology

Ucsf Medical Group Business Services

521 Parnassus Ave, 
San Francisco, CA 
415-476-1000
Languages Spoken:
English
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John De Groot is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. De Groot is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gliosarcoma. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

Elite in Gliosarcoma
Dr. Andrew E. Sloan
Neurosurgery
Elite in Gliosarcoma
Dr. Andrew E. Sloan
Neurosurgery

Premier Health Specialists Inc

30 E Apple St, Suite 5254a, 
Dayton, OH 
937-208-4200
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English, Haitian Creole, Spanish
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Andrew Sloan is a Neurosurgery provider in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Sloan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gliosarcoma. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Sloan is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Jeffrey J. Olson
Elite in Gliosarcoma
Dr. Jeffrey J. Olson
Neurosurgery
Elite in Gliosarcoma
Dr. Jeffrey J. Olson
Neurosurgery

Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
Atlanta, GA 
404-778-5770
Experience:
44+ years
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English
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Jeffrey Olson is a Neurosurgery provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Olson has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gliosarcoma. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Gliosarcoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Nerve Decompression.

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How do I prevent Gliosarcoma?
There is no known way to prevent gliosarcomas. However, if you develop any symptoms common to a gliosarcoma, it is recommended to make an appointment with your doctor to be properly diagnosed.
What are the latest Gliosarcoma Clinical Trials?
Phase Ib Trial of ABBV-637 or ABBV-155 in Combination With ERAS-801 for Glioblastoma With Amplification of the Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor
Phase Ib Trial of ABBV-637 or ABBV-155 in Combination With ERAS-801 for Glioblastoma With Amplification of the Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: October 15, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug, Radiation
Study Phase: Phase 1

Summary: The researchers are doing this study to find out whether the drugs ABBV-637 and ABBV-155 are safe treatments that cause few or mild side effects when given alone or in combination with ERAS-801 in people with recurrent GBM.

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A Phase 2a Trial of Immune Modulation in Combination With Ultrasound-mediated Blood Brain Barrier Opening in Patients With Newly Diagnosed Glioblastoma
A Phase 2a Trial of Immune Modulation in Combination With Ultrasound-mediated Blood Brain Barrier Opening in Patients With Newly Diagnosed Glioblastoma
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: October 03, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug, Device
Study Phase: Phase 2

Summary: Brain tumor treatment is hampered by the blood-brain barrier (BBB). This barrier prevents drugs carried in the bloodstream from getting into the brain. If the BBB can be opened, making it temporarily more permeable, drugs may able to better reach the brain tumor. In this trial we will implant a novel device with 9 ultrasound emitters, allowing temporary and reversible opening of the BBB to maximiz...

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