Stereotactic iodine-125 brachytherapy for brain tumors: temporary versus permanent implantation

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Stereotactic brachytherapy (SBT) has been described in several publications as an effective, minimal invasive and safe highly focal treatment option in selected patients with well circumscribed brain tumors <4 cm. However, a still ongoing discussion about indi...

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Main Authors: Ruge Maximilian I, Kickingereder Philipp, Grau Stefan, Treuer Harald, Sturm Volker, Voges Juergen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-06-01
Series:Radiation Oncology
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Online Access:http://www.ro-journal.com/content/7/1/94