Lethal delayed radiation necrosis of the brain as a complication of radiotherapy for cancer in the head and neck
Dwyer, J.; Gilbert, J.J.; Heeneman, H.
Journal of Otolaryngology 14(5): 301-304
1985
ISSN/ISBN: 0381-6605 PMID: 4068126 Document Number: 247348
Necrosis of the brain following irradiation of tumors adjacent to the cranial cavity is an insidious and often fatal complication. Three patients with this complication are reported. Recognition of the condition is often delayed due to the long time interval between irradiation and manifestation of first symptoms. Accurate shielding and limitation of irradiation to the brain may prevent this problem.
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