Vitamin D has recently emerged as a neurosteroid and a regulator of various physiological functions. It has been widely reported to promote tumor-suppressive effects, however this proposal remains controversial. This article reviews the anti-tumoral mechanisms of vitamin D in glioblastoma, current evidence of its therapeutic application as a supplement to standard chemotherapy, and its potential applications for cancer prevention; it endeavors to offer insight into new means of overcoming chemoresistance and improving glioma patient survival.
- Carmen Sze-Ching Lo
- Karrie Mei-Yee Kiang
- Gilberto Ka-Kit Leung
