Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8226412 | International Journal of Radiation Oncology*Biology*Physics | 2012 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Daily shifts, systematic errors, and margin requirements were greatest in obese patients. For women who are normal or overweight, a planning target margin margin of 7 to 10 mm may be sufficient without IGRT, but for patients who are moderately or severely obese, this is insufficient.
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Authors
Lilie L. M.D., Lauren M.D., Ramesh M.D., Ph.D., Boon-Keng Kevin Ph.D.,