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Meningeal Tumors
Source: Adult Central Nervous System Tumors Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: January 5, 2024 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment of Primary Adult Brain Tumor by Type of Tumor
Treatment of grade I meningiomas may include the following:
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Active surveillance for tumors with no signs or symptoms.
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Surgery to remove the tumor. Radiation therapy may also be given if some of the tumor remains after surgery.
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Stereotactic radiosurgery for tumors smaller than 3 centimeters.
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Radiation therapy for tumors that cannot be removed by surgery.
Treatment of grade II and III meningiomas and hemangiopericytomas may include the following:
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Surgery and radiation therapy.
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