Implementation of intensity modulated radiotherapy for prostate cancer in a private radiotherapy service in Mexico

Implementation of intensity modulated radiotherapy for prostate cancer in a private radiotherapy service in Mexico

Abstract Intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) allows physicians to deliver higher conformal doses to the tumour, while avoiding adjacent structures. As a result the probability of tumour control is higher and toxicity may be reduced. However, implementation of IMRT is highly complex and requ...

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Published in:Reports of practical oncology and radiotherapy Vol. 20; no. 1; pp. 66 - 71
Main Authors: Poitevin-Chacón, María Adela, Reséndiz González, Gabriel, Alvarado Zermeño, Adriana, Flores Castro, Jesús Manuel, Flores Balcázar, Christian Haydée, Rosales Pérez, Samuel, Pérez Pastenes, Miguel Angel, Rodríguez Laguna, Alejandro, Vázquez Fernández, Patricio, Calvo Fernández, Alejandro, Bastida Ventura, Jorge
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Poland Elsevier Urban & Partner Sp. z.o.o 01-01-2015
Subjects:
Hematology, Oncology and Palliative Medicine
IMRT
Prostate cancer
Radiology
Radiotherapy
Technical Note
IMRT
Radiotherapy
Prostate cancer
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Summary:Abstract Intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) allows physicians to deliver higher conformal doses to the tumour, while avoiding adjacent structures. As a result the probability of tumour control is higher and toxicity may be reduced. However, implementation of IMRT is highly complex and requires a rigorous quality assurance (QA) program both before and during treatment. The present article describes the process of implementing IMRT for localized prostate cancer in a radiation therapy department. In our experience, IMRT implementation requires careful planning due to the need to simultaneously implement specialized software, multifaceted QA programs, and training of the multidisciplinary team. Establishing standardized protocols and ensuring close collaboration between a multidisciplinary team is challenging but essential.
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ISSN:1507-1367
2083-4640
DOI:10.1016/j.rpor.2014.06.002