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    • Radiation Oncology
    • Radiology

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    • Leksell radiosurgery is a minimally invasive treatment.
    • Radiation-related complications can occur after radiosurgery.
    • Early detection and management are crucial for patient outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To discuss the low risk of radiation complications following Leksell radiosurgery.
    • To outline the diagnostic methods for radiation injury.
    • To present management strategies for radiation-related complications.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of literature on Leksell radiosurgery outcomes.
    • Discussion of multimodality imaging techniques for diagnosis.
    • Analysis of current medical and surgical treatment options.

    Main Results:

    • Leksell radiosurgery is associated with a low incidence of radiation-related complications.
    • Multimodality imaging aids in the diagnosis of radiation injury.
    • Management strategies include medications to reduce vasculopathy progression and surgical options for severe cases.

    Conclusions:

    • Radiation-related complications after Leksell radiosurgery are infrequent.
    • Timely diagnosis using advanced imaging is key.
    • A range of management options, from medical to surgical, are available for radiation injury.