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prophylactic cranial irradiation

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Pronunciation: /ˌprɑfɪˈlæktɪk ˈkreɪˌniəl ˌɪˌreɪdiˈeɪʃən/

prophylactic cranial irradiation

Definition

Radiation therapy to the head to reduce the risk that cancer will spread to the brain.

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