Gamma Knife Radiosurgery For Astrocytoma WHO Grade-II:
Case Summary:
38 years of male, underwent craniotomy for excision of SOL in August 29, 2023 presented with the complaints of fits with loss of consciousness since August 2023 & weakness in left limbs after surgery. Patient has no history of radiation & chemotherapy. On clinical examination, patient has 4/5 power in left limbs. MRI brain with contrast dated September 10, 2023 shows abnormal signal intensity mass seen in right fronto-parietal lesion with post surgical changes. Histopathology dated September 11, 2023 shows Astrocytoma G-II. Risks of GKSRS have been explained. Written and valid consent obtained to proceed.
Patient consulted Gamma Knife radiosurgery center for first follow up , presented with recent MRI Brain with contrast shows almost complete resolution of targeted lesion when compared with previous MRI Brain with contrast,consistent with ongoing good response to GKSRS Therapy.
