Mesothelioma and Asbestos Blog

Technological advances are being made to better the treatment of those suffering from Mesothelioma.

What is Stereotactic Radiosurgery?

Stereotactic Radiosurgery is a new option available to those who developed mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure.

The method, which first became available at Provena Saint Joseph Medical Center, is used to treat abnormalities and tumors that form in the brain as a result of the illness.

Treatment Details

According to research, the treatment is a good alternative to the more invasive surgery’s that treat tumors that are located in the brain because it helps to decrease the risk of injury to the normal tissue.

The treatment, which can have patients home on the same day, involves highly mathematical calculations in ensuring that surgeons are treating the area with the tumor.

When patients go in for Stereotactic Radiosurgery, a CT scan is done along with some routine tests before a halo is attached to their head in order to stabilize it and help align the stereotactic beams.

This new treatment is not only a positive technological advance for mesothelioma patients but can also help treat patients with multiple central nervous abnormalities.