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

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 indications and technique is hindering th...

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Main Authors: Ruge, Maximilian I, Kickingereder, Philipp, Grau, Stefan, Treuer, Harald, Sturm, Volker, Voges, Juergen
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: BioMed Central 2012
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3405446/