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    • Radiosurgery requires specialized machinery and precise radiation delivery.
    • The pituitary fossa is a specific anatomical target for focused radiation therapy.

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    • Experiments were conducted to determine clinical feasibility.
    • The characteristics of narrow radiation beams were analyzed.

    Findings:

    • Requirements for radiosurgery machines are outlined.
    • Two primary methods for focused radiation delivery, Bragg peak and beam crossover, are discussed.
    • Clinical limitations and justifications for pituitary fossa treatment are presented.

    Implications:

    • This work informs the development of advanced radiosurgery techniques.
    • Understanding beam delivery is crucial for optimizing treatment efficacy and safety.
    • The findings support the targeted application of radiosurgery in neuro-oncology.