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Intracranial radiation therapy induces a spectrum of acute, early delayed, and late delayed neurotoxicities, necessitating a thorough understanding of these complications to balance therapeutic efficacy with patient quality of life. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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This review aims to explore the implications of radiation therapy on brain management, focusing on potential toxicities and treatment strategies.

June 1, 2025Chinese Clinical OncologyOpen Access

The effects of radiation therapy on the brain: implications for management

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This review aims to explore the implications of radiation therapy on brain management, focusing on potential toxicities and treatment strategies.
Comprehensive review of literature on radiation therapy for intracranial malignancies
Analysis of pathophysiological mechanisms and management strategies for acute and delayed toxicities
Discussion on various complications including cognitive impairment and radiation necrosis
Radiation therapy improves local control of brain tumors but poses risks of acute and delayed toxicities.
Common complications identified include somnolence syndrome and cognitive impairment, impacting quality of life.
Management strategies are essential to mitigate adverse effects while maintaining therapy efficacy.

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Review discusses radiation therapy effects and management strategies for brain cancer patients, highlighting risks and benefits.

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Smith-Salzberg et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a60f84f3c71c194a2e9301c https://doi.org/10.21037/cco-24-125

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The effects of radiation therapy on the brain: implications for management

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