Duke Center for Brain and Spine Metastasis

Duke Center for Brain and Spine Metastasis At Duke, some of the world's top experts are taking the lead on a new and distinctive approach to cancer that has spread to the brain and spine.

08/06/2025

The Consortium for Intracranial Metastasis Academic Research seeks to redefine how experts across disciplines work together to tackle complex challenges related to brain metastasis.

Like the brain, almost all cancers can spread to the bone but some are more likely than others. Breast, lung, prostate, ...
06/27/2025

Like the brain, almost all cancers can spread to the bone but some are more likely than others. Breast, lung, prostate, kidney, melanoma, ovarian, and thyroid cancers are the most common. The spine is the most common site for bone metastases.

It takes a village to care for patients. 💜 Visit brainspinemetastasis.org to find patient resources and our partner orga...
06/26/2025

It takes a village to care for patients. 💜 Visit brainspinemetastasis.org to find patient resources and our partner organizations.

Thank you to Rep. Valerie Foushee (NC-04) for continuing to support brain and spine metastasis awareness. On Monday, Rep...
06/24/2025

Thank you to Rep. Valerie Foushee (NC-04) for continuing to support brain and spine metastasis awareness. On Monday, Rep. Foushee reintroduced a resolution naming June Brain and Spine Metastasis Awareness Month.

The resolution calls on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to increase education and resources for treatment options, clinical trials, and research for brain and spine metastasis.

Read more: https://neurosurgery.duke.edu/news/foushee-reintroduces-brain-spine-metastasis-awareness-month-resolution

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Until about 10 years ago, patients with brain and spine metastases weren't eligible to participate in clinical trials. T...
06/24/2025

Until about 10 years ago, patients with brain and spine metastases weren't eligible to participate in clinical trials. Today, we have trials designed specifically for these patients.

Learn more about active trials for and including patients with brain and spine metastasis here: https://neurosurgery.duke.edu/mets-resources

About 15% of people with kidney cancer will develop brain metastases. It’s important for patients with to discuss any ne...
06/23/2025

About 15% of people with kidney cancer will develop brain metastases. It’s important for patients with to discuss any new neurological issues with their doctor.

It's important for caregivers to take care of themselves, too. That means practicing self-care, but also recognizing bur...
06/19/2025

It's important for caregivers to take care of themselves, too. That means practicing self-care, but also recognizing burnout and when to ask for help.

SRS (stereotactic radiosurgery) uses high doses of radiation in precisely targeted areas to treat tumors, especially in ...
06/17/2025

SRS (stereotactic radiosurgery) uses high doses of radiation in precisely targeted areas to treat tumors, especially in delicate places like the brain.

Using SRS minimizes damage to surrounding healthy tissue compared to whole brain radiation therapy.

Learn more about SRS: https://www.dukehealth.org/treatments/stereotactic-radiosurgery

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