Gamma stereotactic radiosurgery definition

Gamma stereotactic radiosurgery means the use of a device containing a radioactive material providing multiple point radiation therapy treatment to a specific tumor site.
Gamma stereotactic radiosurgery means the use of external radiation in conjunction with a stereotactic guidance device to very precisely deliver a therapeutic dose to a tissue volume.
Gamma stereotactic radiosurgery means a method of delivering low-intensity gamma rays to the target abnormality for the purpose of treating brain tumors, arteriovenous malformations and brain dysfunctions;

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