“I Had Awake Brain Surgery…” Her Glioblastoma Story

20 May 2025 · 28 min
27:57

Karen discovered a 9 cm brain tumor after sudden loss of fine motor control and underwent awake brain surgery to remove 99% of it. Pathology showed glioblastoma Grade 4. She's now in radiation and chemotherapy while exploring immunotherapy and clinical trials, sustained by faith and community support.

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Approximately 9 cm (right hemisphere).

Over 99% resection.

Glioblastoma, Grade 4.

March 13 (mentioned as a recent reference point).

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