Dose-surface analysis for prediction of severe acute radio-induced skin toxicity in breast cancer patients.

CONCLUSIONS: Using body DSH as representative of skin dose, the LKB n parameter was consistent with a surface effect for the skin. A good prediction performance was obtained using a data-driven multivariate model including S30 and a pre-existing skin disease (psoriasis) as a clinical factor.
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Source: Acta Oncologica - December 1, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Pastore F, Conson M, D'Avino V, Palma G, Liuzzi R, Solla R, Farella A, Salvatore M, Cella L, Pacelli R Tags: Acta Oncol Source Type: research