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Linear accelerator radiosurgery in brain tumor management
K D Foote1, W A Friedman, J M Buatti
1Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32610, USA.
Neurosurgery Clinics of North America
|March 31, 1999
Summary
Linear accelerator-based stereotactic radiosurgery is increasingly used for brain tumors. This review covers its application in treating common benign and malignant intracranial neoplasms, discussing results and modalities.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Radiation Oncology
Background:
- Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) utilizes linear accelerators for precise radiation delivery.
- The application of SRS in neuro-oncology is expanding, necessitating a review of its efficacy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the expanding role of SRS in treating brain tumors.
- To review published radiosurgical results for common intracranial neoplasms.
- To discuss treatment modalities and indications for SRS.
Main Methods:
- Review of published literature on SRS for brain tumors.
- Analysis of treatment outcomes for specific intracranial neoplasms.
- Discussion of common SRS techniques and treatment planning.
Main Results:
- SRS is effective for specific benign (vestibular schwannoma, meningioma, pituitary adenoma) and malignant (cerebral metastasis, malignant glioma) brain tumors.
- Published results demonstrate varying degrees of efficacy depending on tumor type and characteristics.
- Common treatment modalities and planning strategies are discussed.
Conclusions:
- The role of SRS in brain tumor treatment is evolving.
- Evidence supports SRS for select intracranial pathologies.
- Indications and contraindications for SRS are presented based on current data.
