Radiation given before surgery for high grade glioma
Original title: Preoperative Radiosurgery for the Treatment of High Grade Glioma, NeoGlioma Trial
How far along is this research?
This is a trial that is enrolling or has been updated. It is not a finding yet.
This is an early test in people to check safety and side effects.
Status: Recruiting. It is looking for patients now. Talk to your care team about whether it fits you.
The trial team last updated this record on . Always check the trial page for the latest.
The short version
This study tests a strong, focused dose of radiation given before brain tumor surgery.
Who this trial is for. This trial is for people with a high grade glioma: A tumor that starts in the glial cells, the support cells of the brain and spinal cord. Gliomas are graded 1 to 4 by how fast they tend to grow. See the glossary. It tests radiosurgery given before surgery. Radiosurgery uses special equipment to aim a single large dose of radiation at the tumor.
Where it stands. This trial has not reported results. It is looking at the possible benefits and side effects of giving radiosurgery before surgery. The answer is not in yet.
What this means, and what it doesn't
What it could mean: The hope is that this method may control the tumor better and cause fewer side effects. That is what the trial is trying to find out. If this sounds like your situation, you could ask your care team about it.
What it doesn't mean: This does not mean the treatment works. A trial is a test, not proven care. Joining one is not a guarantee that you will be helped. It is not a promise of a cure.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, August 17, 2026 · Read the original
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