Your treatment plan will be based on the type, location, and stage of your cancer, as well as your overall health.
Surgery is the main treatment for tumors located within the membranes covering the brain or in an area where removal would not damage neurological function. However, surgery may not be an option for tumors that have spread into brain tissue or are near sensitive areas. Even if the entire tumor cannot be removed, surgery can relieve some symptoms caused by the tumor.
A combination of treatments including radiation therapy, radiosurgery, chemotherapy , or targeted drug therapy may provide the best chance of disease control.
Brain tumors can be difficult to treat, and you may require a team of physicians, including a neurologist, neurosurgeon, radiation oncologist, medical oncologist, neuro-oncologist, and endocrinologist to monitor your care.