SURG-07. CIRCUMFERENTIAL RESECTION OF GLIOBLASTOMA: A NOVEL SURGICAL TECHNIQUE FOR MAXIMISING EXTENT OF RESECTION AND PROLONGING SURVIVAL

摘要

INTRODUCTIONEvidence suggests that cytoreduction is associated with improved survival in glioblastoma (GBM) and that maximal, or gross total resection of the tumor offers the best chance for prolonged survival. We developed a novel surgical technique for removal of GBM called Circumferential resection during which we identify the interface between the enhancing rim of GBM and surrounding brain structures enabling more complete resection. We evaluate the impact of this method on extent of resection and survival in glioblastoma.