Additional volumetric modulated arc therapy to vertebral metastases abutting the previously irradiated site
Journal: Global Journal of Medical and Clinical Case Reports (Vol.1, No. 1)Publication Date: 2014-08-28
Authors : Takatsugu Kawase Baku Sakashita Kazuyoshi Kanai Minako Uchino Tomoko Itazawa Satoshi Nagasaka Satsuki Kina;
Page : 001-004
Keywords : Radiotherapy; Intensity-modulated radiotherapy; Volumetric modulated arc therapy; Vertebral metastasis;
Abstract
Introduction: Lung cancer frequently causes metastases to the spine, especially to the thoracic vertebrae, which sometimes compress the spinal cord and induce irreversible palsy. Many patients suffering from metastatic spinal tumors need to undergo repetitive radiotherapy. In such situations, intensity-modulated radiotherapy including volumetric modulated arc therapy can reduce the dose delivered to the spinal cord at the junction.
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