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Radiosurgery: its role in brain metastasis management
J C Flickinger1, L D Lunsford, S Somaza
1Department of Neurological Surgery, Radiation Oncology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pennsylvania, USA.
Neurosurgery Clinics of North America
|July 1, 1996
Summary
Stereotactic radiosurgery effectively controls brain metastases, both at initial diagnosis and after radiation therapy. It is the preferred treatment for small, single brain tumors due to its safety, efficacy, and affordability.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Radiation Oncology
- Oncology
Background:
- Brain metastases represent a significant challenge in cancer care.
- Effective local control of brain metastases is crucial for patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of stereotactic radiosurgery for brain metastases.
- To establish stereotactic radiosurgery as a primary treatment option.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical data on stereotactic radiosurgery for brain metastases.
- Analysis of treatment outcomes including control rates and morbidity.
Main Results:
- Stereotactic radiosurgery demonstrates high effectiveness in controlling brain metastases at presentation.
- It is also effective for metastases recurring after prior radiotherapy.
- Low morbidity is associated with this treatment modality.
Conclusions:
- Stereotactic radiosurgery is the treatment of choice for most patients with small, solitary brain metastases.
- Its effectiveness, low morbidity, and cost-efficiency support its role as a standard treatment.