Conventional external beam radiotherapy for central nervous system malignancies.

Journal Article (Journal Article;Review)

Fractionated external beam photon radiotherapy is an important component of the clinical management of malignant disease of the central nervous system. The practicing neurologist or neurosurgeon frequently relies on the consultative and treatment skills of a radiotherapist. This article provides a review for the nonradiotherapist of the place of conventional external beam radiotherapy in neuro-oncology.

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Duke Authors

Cited Authors

  • Halperin, EC; Burger, PC

Published Date

  • November 1985

Published In

Volume / Issue

  • 3 / 4

Start / End Page

  • 867 - 882

PubMed ID

  • 3001492

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

  • 0733-8619

Language

  • eng

Conference Location

  • United States