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Reirradiation for recurrent cerebral astrocytoma

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We describe a case of reirradiation for symptomatic, recurrent, inoperable cerebral astrocytoma grade 11. Symptomatic and radiographic response were obtained with no evidence of radiation induced brain injury three years following reirradiation. The factors affecting radiation injury and indications for reirradiation are discussed. Repeat radiotherapy is a useful treatment option in selected patients with recurrent brain tumors.

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  1. Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Washington Medical Center, 1959 N. E. Pacific Street, Seattle, Washington

    Daniel L. Silbergeld, Brian R. Griffin & George A. Ojemann

  2. Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Washington Medical Center, 1959 N. E. Pacific Street, Seattle, Washington, USA

    Brian R. Griffin

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Silbergeld, D.L., Griffin, B.R. & Ojemann, G.A. Reirradiation for recurrent cerebral astrocytoma. J Neuro-Oncol 12, 145–151 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00172665

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