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Glioblastoma is a type of brain tumor. At Mayo Clinic, you benefit from the expertise of every specialist in our Brain Tumor Program. Whether you are looking for a second opinion on a diagnosis, or searching for answers, Mayo Clinic’s brain tumor team can guarantee a consultation call or appointment within 48 hours of your request. Our expert subspeciality navigators work with you to provide test results quickly and coordinate your appointments with your care team of neuro-oncologists, neurosurgeons, neurologists, oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists and radiologists. Brain tumor evaluation and treatment that might take months elsewhere is typically done within days at Mayo Clinic. 

At Mayo Clinic we use advanced imaging technologies – including functional MRI, perfusion MRI, and magnetic resonance spectroscopy – to make an accurate diagnosis and plan treatment. Our experts have the experience to treat glioblastoma during pregnancy and perform MRIs on people with implanted devices, such as pacemakers.

• Mayo Clinic provides a full range of treatments for glioblastoma. If appropriate to your situation, your, providers may recommend:
• Advanced operative techniques including computer-assisted brain surgery, intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI), awake brain surgery, and laser surgery to safely remove more of the glioma, reduce the risk of functional deficits, and improve outcomes and quality of life after surgery.
• Innovative radiation therapies delivered directly to the glioma including 3D conformal radiation therapy, intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), and brain stereotactic radiosurgery.
• Tumor treating fields (TTF) therapy to disrupt the cancer cells' ability to multiply.
• Cutting edge clinical trials that may provide access to newer therapeutic strategies.
• 7 – Tesla MRI This imaging system uses a stronger magnetic field to produce more detailed images of the body's interior. Detailed brain scans help Mayo Clinic care teams diagnose and treat patients with brain tumors. This advanced imaging technology is key to ensuring patients receive an accurate diagnosis to guide treatment.

Our scientists and medical researchers are investigating the causes of gliomas and other brain tumors and are aggressively developing new treatments. You might be eligible for a clinical trial.

Supportive care, also called palliative care, focuses on relieving pain and other symptoms, and is provided along with other treatments.

This image displays the radiology scanned imaging from a 3 Tesla MRI. The 3 Tesla MRI, while using a less powerful magnetic field compared to the 7 Tesla MRI, still provides clear and detailed images of the body's interior. It is commonly used in clinical settings to diagnose and monitor various medical conditions, offering valuable insights for patient care and treatment planning. However, the clarity of the images produced by the 3 Tesla MRI is not as high as that of the 7 Tesla MRI, which can impact the level of detail visible in the scans.

This image showcases the radiology scanned imaging from a 7 Tesla MRI. The 7 Tesla MRI uses a stronger magnetic field to produce highly detailed images of the body's interior. The detailed brain scans generated by this advanced imaging system assist Mayo Clinic care teams in diagnosing and treating patients with brain tumors. This cutting-edge technology is crucial for ensuring patients receive accurate diagnoses, which guide effective treatment plans.

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota is ranked #1 for Neurology and Neurosurgery in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report.

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota is ranked #1 for Neurology care by Newsweek’s World’s Best Specialized Hospitals 2025 list.

In recognition of our scientific leadership in cancer care and research, Mayo Clinic was one of the first National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer centers and is the only such center with three unique locations today. Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center meets the strict standards for scientific excellence and a multispecialty approach focused on cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

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