Initial Approach to Patients with a Newly Diagnosed Solitary Brain Metastasis.
Neurosurg Clin N Am
; 31(4): 489-503, 2020 Oct.
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Solitary brain metastasis is defined by a single metastatic brain lesion as the only site of metastasis. The initial approach to this condition consists of radiographical evaluation to establish diagnosis, followed by assessment of functional and prognostic status. Neurologic symptom management consists of using dexamethasone and antiepileptic medications. Treatment consists of a combination of surgical and radiation therapy. Surgical treatment is indicated where there is a need for tissue diagnosis or immediate alleviation of neurologic symptoms and mass effect. Stereotactic radiosurgery has become an effective treatment modality. Whole-brain radiation therapy may have a role as an adjunctive therapy.
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Neoplasias Encefálicas
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Diagnostic_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Aged
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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En
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Neurosurg Clin N Am
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NEUROCIRURGIA
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2020
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Article