ISSN: 2167-7700
Cerli Rocha Gattass
Institute of Biophysic Carlos Chagas Filho,
RJ
Brazil
Commentary
Exploring Melissa Officinalis Properties for Glioblastoma Multiforme Treatment
Author(s): Cerli Rocha Gattass
Cerli Rocha Gattass
Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM), a grade IV astrocytoma, is the most common and aggressive CSN primary tumor, with an average life expectancy of less than 15 months [5]. Representing 50% of all gliomas, GBMs are renowned for their radio- and chemo resistance and is considered an incurable malignancy. Frequently, initial treatment leaves a residual disease from which the tumor relapses, generally with more aggressive and resistant cells. Indeed, even after neurosurgical resection, followed by aggressive chemotherapy and radiotherapy, GBM prognosis is dismal.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2167-7700.1000162