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
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 tumo...