ArticleSpinal Metastasis in Glioblastoma Multiforme A Case StudyArzbaecher, Jean Author Information Questions or comments about this article may be directed to Jean Arzbaecher,[email protected]. She is a clinical nurse specialist in neuro-oncology for the brain tumor center at The University of Chicago Hospitals, Chicago. Journal of Neuroscience Nursing 39(1):p 21-26, February 2007. Buy Abstract Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is the most common primary malignant brain tumor. Spinal metastasis is rare. However, as local control of the primary tumor improves, metastatic disease is increasingly possible. The neuroscience nurse plays an instrumental role in caring for patients with GBM, developing a plan of care based on each patient's needs and outcomes. © 2007 American Association of Neuroscience Nurses
