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Source: Primary CNS Lymphoma Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: May 25, 2023 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment Option Overview
There are different types of treatment for patients with primary central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma.
The following types of treatments are used:
The following types of treatments are used:
Radiation therapy
The following types of treatments are used:
Chemotherapy
The following types of treatments are used:
Steroid therapy
The following types of treatments are used:
Targeted therapy
The following types of treatments are used:
High-dose chemotherapy with stem cell transplant
The following types of treatments are used:
Immunotherapy
New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.
Treatment for primary CNS lymphoma may cause side effects.
Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial.
Patients can enter clinical trials before, during, or after starting their cancer treatment.
Follow-up tests may be needed.
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