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Whole brain radiotherapy (WBRT) is a palliative option for patients with brain metastases that alleviates symptoms, decreases the use of corticosteroids needed to control tumor-associated edema, and potentially improves overall survival.[1] It has been reported to increase the risk of cognitive decline.[2]

References

  1. ^ "Whole brain radiotherapy for brain metastasis". Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. Retrieved August 20, 2015.
  2. ^ "Whole-Brain Radiotherapy: Risks Worth Benefit?". Medscape.com. Retrieved August 20, 2015.
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