AANS Online Scientific Sessions: Tumor-Sex-Associated Analysis of MGMT Promoter Site Methylation

Sex-Associated Analysis of MGMT Promoter Site Methylation

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In this video, Addison Barnett presents research on the sex-associated analysis of MGMT promoter site methylation in newly diagnosed glioblastoma. Glioblastoma is a primary malignant central nervous system tumor with low survival rates. The study explores the sexually dimorphic nature of MGMT methylation in glioblastoma patients and its impact on survival outcomes. The research findings suggest that females are more often methylated than males and have better survival outcomes associated with MGMT methylation. The study highlights the importance of considering sex differences in the clinical management of glioblastoma patients. More research is needed to explore this further and consider additional clinical variables. The study was conducted at the Cleveland Clinic Rosella Burkhardt Brain Tumor and Neuro-Oncology Center and was recognized by the Journal of Neuro-Oncology.

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Addison Barnett, MS, NMBR PHD

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Addison Barnett

MGMT promoter site methylation

glioblastoma

sex differences

survival outcomes