Importance of Radiation Oncologist Experience Among Patients With Head-and-Neck Cancer Treated With Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy [Radiation Oncology]
Conclusion
Patients receiving IMRT for HNC had improved outcomes when treated by higher-volume providers. These findings will better inform patients and providers when making decisions about treatment, and emphasize the critical importance of high-quality radiation therapy for optimal treatment of HNC.
Source: Journal of Clinical Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Boero, Paravati, Xu, Cohen, Mell, Le, Murphy Tags: Population and observational studies (SEER, WHI observational, etc.), Radiation, Radiation Oncology Source Type: research
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