Radiation before surgery for large brain tumors
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests giving powerful, precise radiation (stereotactic radiosurgery) to large brain tumors before surgery, then using more radiation after surgery. It aims to see if this approach can control the tumor better while reducing side effects.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have at least one brain tumor (metastasis) that is between 2.5 and 6 centimeters in size and could be removed with surgery.
- You have not had previous surgery on a brain metastasis, and you have not had whole brain radiation before.
- You must be able to lie flat in a special head mask for the radiation treatment.
- You have a diagnosis of cancer that started outside the brain (like lung, breast, or melanoma).
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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