Executive Summary
Several research studies have been conducted to seek more information on Desmoplastic Infantile Ganglioglioma Childhood Tumor, related prevention methods, diagnostic process at the initial phase, and best treatments strategies. Research on Desmoplastic Infantile Ganglioglioma implicates the ongoing clinical trials and appropriate doctor communication with the guardians providing effective treatment. Studies are analyzing new treatment options, different combinations of treatments, new medications, and improvised imaging procedures to diagnose better and treat Desmoplastic Infantile Ganglioglioma, Childhood Tumors. A specific test called genetic sequencing is being performed in case of brain tumors with the surgical procedure may not be possible. Palliative care is being integrated to improve the patients’ quality of life.
Advancement in Desmoplastic Infantile Ganglioglioma Childhood Tumor Research
Desmoplastic Infantile Ganglioglioma Childhood Tumor or DIG are rare brain tumors. The tumor is commonly found in children, specifically infants younger than 18 to 24 months. Many scientific pieces of research and studies are attempting to learn more about Desmoplastic Infantile Ganglioglioma, Childhood Tumors. Doctors and scientists are working to devise new and better ways to prevent, treat and provide the best care to children diagnosed with DIG brain tumors.
Below are some of the researches happening with respect to Desmoplastic Infantile Ganglioglioma or DIG, Childhood Tumors. Parents or guardians should always talk with their child’s doctor and learn about all the possible diagnostic and treatment options for your child.
Clinical trials can also be a good option. But since Desmoplastic Infantile Ganglioglioma, Childhood Tumors are rare brain tumors, it might be a bit hard to find these trials. However, parents or guardians of the affected child are encouraged to inquire about any ongoing clinical trials with their child’s doctor or healthcare team relevant to your child’s disease condition. Patients should be encouraged to participate in clinical trials that focus specifically on childhood brain tumors.

The ongoing research happening with respect to Desmoplastic Infantile Ganglioglioma, Childhood Tumors are:
New imaging procedures and treatments:
Studies are analyzing new treatment options, different combinations of treatments, new medications, improvised imaging procedures to diagnose better and treat Desmoplastic Infantile Ganglioglioma, Childhood Tumors 1.
Molecular biology of the tumour:
Effective treatment of some brain tumors with the surgical procedure may not be possible at times. In such cases, a specific test called genetic sequencing can be performed on the tumor, which will aid in identifying pathways that can be targeted with specific drugs and medications to treat the tumor 2.
Supportive/Palliative care:
Supportive or palliative care is extremely important in the active treatment of tumors and cancerous growths. They play a vital role in relieving and managing symptoms and side effects of the tumor and its treatments. Many ongoing clinical trials are devising better methods to reduce the symptoms and side effects of current Desmoplastic Infantile Ganglioglioma or DIG childhood tumor treatments, thereby improving the quality and comfort of patients’ lives.
References
- 1.Nepal P, Ojili V, Adhikari N, Ghimire N. Desmoplastic Infantile Ganglioglioma Masquerading as an Arachnoid Cyst. Oman Med J. Published online September 17, 2019:464-468. doi:10.5001/omj.2019.84
- 2.Gajjar A, Bowers DC, Karajannis MA, Leary S, Witt H, Gottardo NG. Pediatric Brain Tumors: Innovative Genomic Information Is Transforming the Diagnostic and Clinical Landscape. JCO. Published online September 20, 2015:2986-2998. doi:10.1200/jco.2014.59.9217