Utility of graded prognostic assessment in evaluation of patients with brainstem metastases treated with radiosurgery

SRS is associated with high LC rates and low toxicity for brainstem metastases. Improved OS was seen for patients with GPA score > 2. GPA appears to be a useful tool for assessing prognosis in patients with brainstem metastases. Small volume lesions were safely treated with or without prior whole brain radiotherapy.