Dosimetric evaluation of the benefits of intensity modulated techniques in cervical cancer radiotherapy
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2023
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Gazsi, I.
Marcu, L.G.
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Romanian Journal of Physics, 2023; 68(7-8):1-13
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External beam radiotherapy for cervical cancer using 3D conformal radiotherapy (3D-CRT) is a standard procedure in Romania. A dosimetric planning comparison between 3D-CRT and intensity modulated techniques evaluating both target parameters and organs at risk could justify the implementation of the latter techniques in clinical settings. 50 cervical cancer patients were treated with 3D-CRT, and equivalent plans simulated with IMRT and VMAT for a comparative dosimetric assessment. In addition to providing better compliance and homogeneity, intensity modulated techniques provide superior protection for organs at risk, especially for bowel bag, influencing patients’ quality of life.
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