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Oncothermia and Integrative Medicine-A Novel Paradigm for Infratentorial Meningioma Management: A Case Report With One-Year Follow-Up.

Pradeep Mk Nair, Ayyappan Palanisamy, Renganathan Ramalakshmi, Muniappan Devibala, Maruthanayagam Saranya, Sekar Sivaranjini, R Thangavelu, Manickam Mahalingam

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Article in Cureus, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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Pradeep Mk NairDepartment of Integrative Oncology, Mirakle Integrated Health Centre, Pollachi, IND.
Ayyappan PalanisamyDepartment of Medical Oncology, Mirakle Integrated Health Centre, Pollachi, IND.
Renganathan RamalakshmiDepartment of Integrative Medicine, Mirakle Integrated Health Centre, Pollachi, IND.
Muniappan DevibalaDepartment of Integrative Oncology, Mirakle Integrated Health Centre, Pollachi, IND.
Maruthanayagam SaranyaDepartment of Integrative Oncology, Mirakle Integrated Health Centre, Pollachi, IND.
Sekar SivaranjiniDepartment of Integrative Oncology, Mirakle Integrated Health Centre, Pollachi, IND.
R ThangaveluDepartment of General Medicine, Mirakle Integrated Health Centre, Pollachi, IND.
Manickam MahalingamDepartment of Integrative Oncology, Mirakle Integrated Health Centre, Pollachi, IND.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Infratentorial meningiomas (IM) pose unique challenges in treatment due to their location and proximity to critical neurovascular structures such as cranial nerves, arteries, veins, etc. This case report presents the efficacy of an integrative medicine approach in managing IM, highlighting the multidisciplinary collaboration of modern medicine, yoga, naturopathy, and homeopathy. A 60-year-old male with IM, deemed unsuitable for surgery, underwent a tailored integrative medicine protocol involving oncothermia, ozone therapy, high-dose vitamin C, hydrogen inhalation, time-restricted feeding, hydrotherapy, biologicals, acupuncture, and yoga. Follow-up assessments revealed significant symptom reduction, stable biochemical markers, and tumor size reduction observed in MRI scans. While individual modalities have demonstrated benefits in cancer care, this case underscores the potential of integrating diverse therapies to address the multifaceted challenges of IM. The findings offer valuable insights into the evolving landscape of integrative medicine in brain tumor management, suggesting promise for improved patient outcomes and enhanced quality of life. Further research and clinical trials are warranted to comprehensively evaluate the safety and efficacy of integrative approaches in IM treatment.

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brain tumorhigh dose vitamin chyperthermiainfratentorial meningiomaoncothermia

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PMID39912042
PMCPMC11797076

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