Impact of radiation dose and standardized uptake value of (18)FDG PET on nodal control in locally advanced cervical cancer.

CONCLUSION: Current RT practice provides a high level of control in both boosted nodes and the elective irradiated regional target. However, a high nodal SUVmax is a negative prognostic predictor for nodal control. Attention should be raised to administration of a complete schedule of concurrent chemotherapy as well as treatment of para-aortic nodes.
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Source: Acta Oncologica - August 14, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Ramlov A, Kroon PS, Jürgenliemk-Schulz IM, De Leeuw AA, Gormsen LC, Fokdal LU, Tanderup K, Lindegaard JC Tags: Acta Oncol Source Type: research