Stereotactic radiosurgery of early melanoma brain metastases after initiation of anti-CTL-4 treatment is associated with improved intracranial control

Numerous studies suggest that radiation can boost antitumor immune response by stimulating release of tumor-specific antigens. However, the optimal timing between radiotherapy and immune checkpoint blockade to achieve potentially synergistic benefits is unclear.

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