Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
2159493 Radiotherapy and Oncology 2010 6 Pages PDF
Abstract
Electron IMRT is superior to conventional irradiation, as it allows satisfying target coverage and avoids high doses in underlying organs. Its advantage over photon IMRT is better sparing of most organs at risk (low-dose effects) which reduces the risk of radiation-induced malignancies.
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Comparison of electron IMRT to helical photon IMRT and conventional photon irradiation for treatment of breast and chest wall tumours
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