Radiation Therapy for Brain Cancer

Radiation Therapy Options for Brain Tumors

People with brain tumors should discuss treatment options with several cancer specialists, including a radiation oncologist. A radiation oncologist is a doctor who will help you understand the types of radiation therapy available to treat your tumor. Conventional radiation therapy treatment options for brain tumors include:

• External beam radiation therapy.
• Brachytherapy or internal radiation therapy.

Depending on your tumor, you may also undergo surgery and/or chemotherapy, either before or after radiation.