Alexandra A Seas

Ms. Alexandra A Seas


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Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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1 June 2024 in Biomedicines
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ASAlexandra A Seas
Alexandra A Seas
AMAdarsha Malla
Adarsha Malla
NSNima Sharifai
Nima Sharifai
JWJeffrey A. Winkles
Jeffrey A. Winkles
GWGraeme F Woodworth
Graeme F Woodworth
PAPavlos Anastasiadis
Pavlos Anastasiadis
Infiltrating gliomas are challenging to treat, as the blood-brain barrier significantly impedes the success of therapeutic interventions. While some clinical trials for high-grade gliomas have shown promise, patient outcomes remain poor. Microbubble-enhanced focused ultrasound (MB-FUS) is a rapidly evolving technology with demonstrated safety and efficacy in opening the blood-brain barrier across various disease models, including infiltrating gliomas. Initially recognized for its role in augmenting drug delivery, the potential of MB-FUS to augment liquid biopsy and immunotherapy is gaining research momentum. In this review, we will highlight recent advancements in preclinical and clinical studies that utilize focused ultrasound to treat gliomas and discuss the potential future uses of image-guided precision therapy using focused ultrasound.