Abstract
Interferon-beta (IFN-B) plus thymostimulin (Th) were administered for eigth weeks, intravenously and by intramuscular route to eight patients with metastatic brain tumors. No patient had a complete response. One had a stable disease and seven a progressive disease during that time. The mechanisms of the action of IFN-B and Th, and the possible therapeutic value are discussed.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 35-42 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Journal of Neurosurgical Sciences |
Volume | 38 |
Issue number | 1 |
Publication status | Published - 1994 |
Keywords
- brain neoplasms, metastatic
- immunotherapy
- interferon
- thymostimulin
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Clinical Neurology