Preparing for Thursday’s consultGBM Companion
My mom was diagnosed with GBM yesterday. We meet the neurosurgeon Thursday and I don’t know what to ask.
I’m so sorry. Let’s get you ready for Thursday. A few questions worth bringing in:
• Where is the tumor located, and how does that shape the surgical options?
• What’s the goal of this surgery — gross total resection, debulking, or biopsy?
• Will molecular testing be done on the tissue, including MGMT methylation and IDH status?
Want me to walk through why each of these matters before you go in?
Ember can make mistakes and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your care team.