Study radiosurgery plus surgery for brain metastases
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests giving focused radiation (radiosurgery) before surgery for certain resectable brain metastases. It may help shrink or control tumors in the brain before they are surgically removed.
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Who can take part
- You have a cancer diagnosis in the past that is not small cell lung cancer, lymphoma, or germ cell tumors
- Your brain scans show 1 to 4 brain metastases, and at least one is between 20 mm and 50 mm
- The tumors are in locations doctors think are suitable for both radiosurgery and complete surgical removal
- Your health and strength score (Karnofsky) is at least 70
- You must be well enough for brain surgery, able to do MRI scans, and able to come back for all follow-up visits
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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