When this family faced a possible GBM recurrence, BTN stepped in fast. Their navigator helped sort through trial criteria, gather records, and set up a second opinion so they could move forward with clarity.
When a family learned that their brother’s glioblastoma might be recurring, their neuro-oncologist at the University of Minnesota referred them to Brain Tumor Network. Within hours of reaching out, BTN began coordinating care and gathering medical records to help identify potential clinical trials.
Their navigator quickly provided a detailed list of Phase II and Phase III clinical trials to consider. Although the patient did not meet eligibility requirements for some of the more well-known programs, such as the poliovirus trial at Duke University and the virus trials at MD Anderson Cancer Center, BTN helped the family make informed decisions about next steps. With BTN’s support, the family arranged a second opinion at MD Anderson and ensured those records would remain on file for future opportunities.
They provided a real person to help navigate the inclusion and exclusion criteria of the clinical trials maze.
While the University of Minnesota continues to oversee treatment, the family now feels confident knowing they have connections and resources in place for future options. They remain deeply grateful for Brain Tumor Network’s expertise, compassion, and efficiency in guiding them through an overwhelming process.
