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sig67: I had a craniotomy at UCSF eleven months ago to remove a meningioma. I am now under the watch-and-wait protocol for 2 other meningiomas. Six months ago the neurologist offered I may have to have them radiated. I have a follow up MRI in October. In some ways I'm more afraid of the radiation than the surgery. After having the craniotomy, how traumatic (for lack of a better word) was the gamma knife treatment?
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Hello. I just had my follow up MRI and the tumors treated with Gamma Knife are indeed shrinking. It is a virtually painless procedure and very easy compared to craniotomy. Keep in mind that Gamma Knife has been around for a very long time and UCSF performs a lot of them. I wouldn't be afraid - you will be in good hands. Good luck to you!