Guide To Treating Pituitary Tumors

Stereotactic Radiosurgery

Most doctors will recommend treating the effects of the pituitary tumor with medication. However, stereotactic radiosurgery is recommended if medication cannot control the tumor or if the tumor is likely to grow. This is radiation therapy that does not require invasive surgical procedures. It is sometimes preferred to traditional therapy because it requires fewer doses for the same level of efficacy.

This procedure allows for one to five doses of focused radiation to be administered to a pituitary tumor. It is a popular option for tumors that cannot be removed completely through surgery. It may also be used on tumors that tend to recur after surgery. Different methods can be used to administer stereotactic radiosurgery. One is by using a linear accelerator. The radiation can also be given using a surgical tool called a gamma knife.

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