Long-term cognitive dysfunction after radiation therapy for primary brain tumors.

CONCLUSIONS: Our results indicate that treatment, including RT, for a primary brain tumor may have negative long-term impact on cognitive function, especially on processing speed and executive function.
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Source: Acta Oncologica - February 13, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Haldbo-Classen L, Amidi A, Wu LM, Lukacova S, Oettingen GV, Gottrup H, Zachariae R, Høyer M Tags: Acta Oncol Source Type: research