glioblastoma

Definition

The aggressive overachiever of brain tumors—a fast-growing, malignant cancer that doesn't believe in taking its time. Oncologists consider this one of medicine's worst-case scenarios, right up there with 'metastatic' and 'inoperable.'

Example Usage

The imaging revealed a glioblastoma in the temporal lobe, prompting emergency neurosurgical consultation.

Source: Oncology and neurology medical terminology

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