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In this study, researchers have discovered a population of stem-like cells responsible for initiating and sustaining Group 3 medulloblastoma (Gr3-MB) in the developing brain. Gr3-MB is a highly aggressive form of brain cancer in children, often leading to metastasis and low survival rates. The elimination of these specific cells resulted in tumor shrinkage in preclinical models, suggesting a promising new approach to treating Gr3-MB. Further research is necessary, but this novel finding could potentially lead to innovative treatment options for children with this type of brain cancer.
A team of researchers has identified and located a population of stem-like cells that initiates and maintains Group 3 medulloblastoma (Gr3-MB) in the developing brain. Gr3-MB is one of the most aggressive forms of brain cancer in children and is associated with metastatic spread and poor survival. The researchers showed that eliminating the small population of stem-like cells present in Gr3-MB tumors led to tumor shrinkage in preclinical models. Although more research is needed, this novel approach may lead to new ways to treat children with Gr3-MB.