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OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the short-term therapeutic effects of low-dose cytarabine plus surgical resection on elderly patients with trigeminal nerve tumor and to observe the safety. METHODS: A total of 120 elderly patients with trigeminal nerve tumor were divided into a treatment group and a control ...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4386182/

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Treating Trigeminal Nerve Tumors: A Camel's Journey Through a Delicate Labyrinth

Trigeminal nerve tumors, like a treacherous labyrinth hidden deep within the desert, can cause significant pain and discomfort. Finding effective treatments is like navigating this labyrinth, seeking a path that provides relief and restores function. This research, like a skilled camel navigating a difficult terrain, explores the use of low-dose cytarabine combined with surgical resection for treating trigeminal nerve tumors in elderly patients.

The study, a randomized controlled trial, compared the effectiveness of low-dose cytarabine plus surgical resection with high-dose cytarabine plus surgical resection in treating trigeminal nerve tumors. The researchers found that the low-dose cytarabine group had a significantly higher effective rate and fewer complications. This finding suggests that low-dose cytarabine, combined with surgery, may be a safer and more effective treatment option for elderly patients with trigeminal nerve tumors. This discovery is like finding a shortcut through the labyrinth, a path that leads to better outcomes with fewer risks.

Low-Dose Cytarabine: A Camel's Strategy for Navigating the Labyrinth

This research suggests that low-dose cytarabine combined with surgical resection can be a valuable tool for treating trigeminal nerve tumors in elderly patients. This approach, like finding a well-worn path through a labyrinth, offers a safer and more effective way to navigate this complex condition.

Living with Trigeminal Nerve Tumors: A Camel's Guide to Finding Relief

Trigeminal nerve tumors can be a challenging journey, like traversing a desert filled with obstacles. This research provides hope for patients by offering a new and potentially safer treatment option. It's a reminder that even in the face of complex medical conditions, we can find innovative solutions and improve patient outcomes.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research highlights the potential benefits of low-dose cytarabine for treating trigeminal nerve tumors in elderly patients. It's a reminder that just like a camel adapting its strategies to navigate different desert terrains, we need to be flexible and innovative in our approach to treating complex medical conditions.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2015-04-16
  2. Date Revised 2020-09-29
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Pubmed ID

25878639

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC4386182

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