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Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Gynecologic Cancer
Published on: April 17, 2012
[CyberKnife®: new treatment option for uveal melanoma]
1Zentrum für Augenheilkunde, Universität zu Köln, Kerpener Str. 62, 50924, Köln, Deutschland.
Background:
CyberKnife® stereotactic radiosurgery is a new treatment option for uveal melanoma.
Objective:
This review outlines the technique of robot-assisted CyberKnife® therapy, as well as the pros and cons in the treatment of uveal melanoma.
Methods:
The study provides a PubMed literature review and own preliminary clinical experiences.
Results:
CyberKnife® therapy for choroidal and ciliary body melanomas shows comparable results concerning local tumor control and overall survival matching those of conventional therapies. With only low complication rates, a high level of quality of life can be conserved by possible preservation of visual acuity as well as the ocular globe.
Conclusion:
Stereotactic radiosurgery using CyberKnife® seems to be an efficient and safe therapeutic option for malignant melanomas affecting the choroid and ciliary body. Comparative studies with conventional radiation strategies are now a high priority.
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