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What are fractionation options for a patient with progressive jugular foramen paraganglioma now causing multiple cranial nerve deficits?

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Radiation Oncology · University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
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I typically individualize fractionation based on tumor volume, proximity to brainstem and cochlea/IAC (especially when serviceable hearing is present), and the pattern of cranial nerve deficits.

For tumors <35 cc, I favor SBRT 24 Gy in 3 fractions, with escalation to 27 Gy when aiming for maximal tu...

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