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Stereotactic Gamma Ray Surgery for Extracranial Lesions and Tumors

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 3, 2024.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

This surgery is used to treat lesions and tumors in areas such as your organs, spine, or prostate. They can be benign (not cancer) or malignant (cancerous). Beams of radiation kill the tumor cells. Normal tissues near the tumor get little or no radiation. You may have 1 treatment using high-energy beams, or many treatments using weaker beams.

HOW TO PREPARE:

The week before surgery:

The night before surgery:

You may be told not to eat or drink anything after midnight.

The day of surgery:

WHAT WILL HAPPEN:

What will happen:

After surgery:

You may be taken to a room where healthcare providers will watch you closely for problems. Do not try to get out of bed until your healthcare provider says it is okay. Later, you will be taken to your hospital room, or you may be able to go home.

CONTACT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IF:

Seek Care Immediately if

Risks

Radiation kills tumor cells but can also damage other normal cells in your body. Your organs can swell and become painful. There is also a chance that your tumor may come back or may not be completely removed. A new tumor may grow after this treatment. You may develop a life-threatening blood clot.

Care Agreement

You have the right to help plan your care. Learn about your health condition and how it may be treated. Discuss treatment options with your healthcare providers to decide what care you want to receive. You always have the right to refuse treatment.

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