Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2876797 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2012 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Published evidence is sparse but does not support the use of radiation therapy in induction regimens for stage IIIA (N2). Given the potential disadvantages of adding radiation preoperatively, clinicians should consider using this treatment strategy only in the context of a clinical trial to allow better assessment of its effectiveness.
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Authors
Asad A. MD, Mark F. MD, Ching MD, PhD, Mihir MS, Mathias MD, Ricardo MD, MPH, Thomas A. MD,