Role of Radiation Treatment for Lymphoma of the Brain

Most patients will be offered methotrexate chemotherapy for a few months followed by whole brain radiation therapy.

Indications

Recommended for the vast majority of patients.

Benefits

Patients experience significant improvement in their condition, and radiation will delay subsequent recurrence of disease in brain.

How to Make a Referral

Patients may be referred to one of the radiation oncologists in the Site Group either through the departmental referral process or by contacting one of the physicians directly.

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