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Linear accelerator radiosurgery for central neurocytoma: a case report.

Abstract
This study presents a case of central neurocytoma successfully treated with linear accelerator (LINAC)stereotactic radiosurgery. Originally, the tumor in the left lateral ventricle was removed by craniotomy, but a small residual mass was detected in follow-up magnetic resonance imagery 6 months after the operation. A further 6 months later, additional radiographic studies revealed that the residual mass had grown. LINAC radiosurgery was then performed, in which 1750 cGy doses were delivered at the 70% level with 3 isocenters (collimator size, 2 cm). The mass was completely absent over the duration of follow-up, including the final MR imagery examination 51 months after radiosurgery. LINAC radiosurgery is suggested to be a good treatment modality for residual or recurrent central neurocytoma.
AuthorsChae-Yong Kim, Sun Ha Paek, Dong Gyu Kim
JournalJournal of neuro-oncology (J Neurooncol) Vol. 61 Issue 3 Pg. 249-54 (Feb 2003) ISSN: 0167-594X [Print] United States
PMID12675318 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't)
Topics
  • Adolescent
  • Cerebral Ventricle Neoplasms (diagnostic imaging, surgery)
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Korea
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Neurocytoma (diagnostic imaging, surgery)
  • Radiography
  • Radiosurgery (methods)

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