What are the Treatment Options for Brain Metastases?
Treatment depends on various factors, including the number of metastases, their size and location, the patient's overall health, and the type of primary cancer. Common treatment options include:
1. Surgery: Surgical resection can be effective for accessible and limited brain metastases. 2. Radiation Therapy: Techniques such as whole-brain radiation therapy (WBRT) and stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) can target brain metastases with precision. 3. Chemotherapy: Although the blood-brain barrier limits the effectiveness of many chemotherapy drugs, certain agents can be used. 4. Targeted Therapy and Immunotherapy: These treatments can be tailored to the specific genetic mutations of the cancer cells and have shown promise in treating brain metastases.
