Abstract
The last 30 years have seen major changes in attitude toward patients with cerebral metastases. This paper aims to outline the major landmarks in this transition and the therapeutic strategies currently used. The controversies surrounding control of brain disease are discussed, and two emerging management trends are reviewed: tumor bed radiosurgery and salvage radiation.
Original language | English (US) |
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Article number | 493426 |
Journal | International Journal of Surgical Oncology |
Volume | 2012 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Sep 18 2012 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Oncology