[Radiotherapy of singular brain metastases]

Single cerebral metastases in malignant disease pose a particular therapeutic challenge. The options consist of surgical resection, stereotactic radiation, and total brain irradiation. No significant therapeutic advantage for any of these methods has as yet been demonstrated in the literature. We present the case of a young patient with a single brain metastasis of a sigmoidal carcinoma, in stable general condition. We present our therapeutic regimen and discuss the various pros and cons of the different therapies.