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    Why Choose Gamma Knife Over Radiation Therapy and Surgery?

    February 27, 2016

    You have options in your brain condition treatment. Compare traditional surgery and radiation to Gamma Knife radiosurgery technology. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: gamma knife technology, medical mondays, radiation, radiation therapy, surgery, surgical oncology, traditional treatments, tumor

    patient discussing gamma knife surgery options
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    What Conditions Does Gamma Knife Radiosurgery Treat?

    February 26, 2016

    Gamma knife radiosurgery treats cancer, as well as brain and nerve tissue conditions. Learn more about the conditions we treat at UPMC using Gamma Knife. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: acoustic neuroma, arteriovenous malformations, cancer, essential tremor, Gamma knife radiosurgery, medical mondays, meningioma, trigeminal neuralgia, tumor

    Gamme Knife Conditions
  • Artículo - 1 Minute Read

    Is Pancreatic Cancer Genetic or Hereditary?

    December 9, 2015

    Our family history plays an important role in our health. Find out how your genes might affect your risk of cancer. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Pancreatic Cancer

    Tagged with: cancers, GI cancers, heart disease, pancreatic cancer, pancreatic cancers, tumor

    is pancreatic cancer genetic or hereditary
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    How the Pituitary Gland Oversees Your Body’s Hormones

    October 13, 2015

    The pituitary gland sends signals to other glands in your body to stimulate the production of important hormones. Learn more about it. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: ACTH, hormones, Oxytocin, pituitary apoplexy, pituitary gland, pituitary tumor, tumor

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    Liver Cancer: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

    August 31, 2015

    The more you understand about liver cancer, the better prepared you'll be to make informed decisions about your care. Learn about the treatment options. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cancer Care

    Tagged with: abdominal pain, hepatocellular carcinoma, liver cancer, tumor

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