Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2738634 | Seminars in Radiation Oncology | 2009 | 12 Pages |
Abstract
Radiation therapy is used in the management of locally advanced breast cancer in the postmastectomy or neoadjuvant chemotherapy and breast-conservation setting to improve local-regional control and survival. Using modern-day technology, the therapeutic ratio has increased and the potential morbidity has decreased. This article reviews the technical aspects of radiation therapy for locally advanced breast cancer with emphasis on 3-dimensional radiotherapy techniques and discusses potential toxicities and how to reduce them.
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Authors
Meena S. Moran, Bruce G. Haffty,