Intracranial Metastases

Mary R. Welch; Thomas J. Kaley

doi:10.1002/9781118321478.ch17

Intracranial Metastases

Mary R. Welch, Thomas J. Kaley

Neurology

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Abstract

Brain metastases are among the most common and feared complications of cancer. Over the past decades, advances in our understanding of cancer biology along with refinements of existing treatment modalities have begun to challenge therapeutic nihilism. Surgical resection and radiation remain mainstays of treatment, but debate exists over their appropriate use and timing. In addition to outlining the epidemiology, presentation, and work-up of the patient with brain metastases, this chapter explores these controversies and outlines a rational approach to management.

Original language	English (US)
Title of host publication	Neuro-oncology
Subtitle of host publication	First Edition
Publisher	Blackwell Publishing Ltd
Pages	177-190
Number of pages	14
ISBN (Print)	9780470655757
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1002/9781118321478.ch17
State	Published - Feb 29 2012

Keywords

Anticonvulsants
Brain metastases
Corticosteroids
Molecularly targeted agents
Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS)
Whole-brain radiation (WBRT)

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Neuroscience(all)
Medicine(all)

UN SDGs

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