Clinical and Demographic Profile of Syrian Patients with Malignant Glioma: A Six-Month Retrospective Analysis

This study presents a retrospective analysis of glioblastoma cases admitted to Tishreen University Hospital in Lattakia, Syria, between February and August 2024. The study examines the several potential risk factors including age, sex, genetic predispositions, and lifestyle factors such as smoking and alcohol consumption. It also explores the most commonly encountered tumor grade and the presence of various neurological symptoms, as well as treatment outcomes. A total of 30 glioblastoma were enrolled in this study, 63% of which were males, and the highest age incidence was between 40 and 50 years. Only 6% had a family history of glioblastoma, and 66% of the patients were smokers. Memory disorders, visual impairments, and headaches were common symptoms, with 100% of the patients reporting nausea and vomiting. Glioblastoma diagnosis was primarily established through MRI with contrast (76%), and the predominant treatment modality was surgery combined with radiotherapy and chemotherapy (80%). Post-treatment relapse occurred in 26% of the patients, with a median remission period of four months. These findings provide important insights into the clinical characteristics and treatment outcomes of glioblastoma patients in this region.