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What types of radiation are used to treat my meningioma?

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What types of radiation are used to treat my meningioma?

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External-beam radiation (X-ray) therapy has been effective if given in daily fractions delivered over 5-6 weeks. The complication rate is low, but care must be taken with treatment near the optic nerves and brainstem.

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