- Female
- 50 Years
- 14/08/2025
I have a meningioma brain tumor and my doctor recommended surgery what's the best treatment plan for this? I want to make sure I get the most effective care possible
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Radiation therapy is also useful in treating some benign tumors, including benign meningiomas. Radiation therapy is the first-line treatment for meningiomas that can't be fully removed or when the risk of surgery outweighs the potential benefit.
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Consult a Neurosurgeon
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