Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8238432 | International Journal of Radiation Oncology*Biology*Physics | 2008 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
With limited follow-up, 45-Gy IMRT provides reasonable local control for mesothelioma after extrapleural pneumonectomy. However, treatment-related pulmonary toxicity remains a significant concern. Care should be taken to minimize the dose to the remaining lung to achieve an acceptable therapeutic ratio.
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Authors
Edward F. M.D., Nicole A. M.D., Christopher R. M.D., Jessica L. M.S., Jinli M.D., Sua Ph.D., Lawrence B. M.D.,