Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
8234717 | International Journal of Radiation Oncology*Biology*Physics | 2009 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
The strong correlation between obesity and shift indicates that without image-guided radiation therapy, the target volume (prostate with or without seminal vesicles) may not receive the intended dose for patients who are moderate to severely obese. This may explain the higher recurrence rate with conventional external beam radiation therapy.
Related Topics
Physical Sciences and Engineering
Physics and Astronomy
Radiation
Authors
James R. M.D., Zhanrong Ph.D., Scott B.Sc., Paula B.Sc., Minoru M.D., Kevin B.Sc., Chee-Wai Ph.D.,