Local control dependence on consecutive vs. nonconsecutive fractionation in lung stereotactic body radiation therapy.

CONCLUSION: Five-fraction SBRT delivered over non-consecutive days imparts superior LC and similar toxicity compared to consecutive fractionation. These results should be validated in independent datasets and in a prospective fashion.
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Source: Radiotherapy and Oncology : journal of the European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology - August 15, 2016 Category: Radiology Authors: Alite F, Stang K, Balasubramanian N, Adams W, Shaikh MP, Small C, Sethi A, Nagda S, Emami B, Harkenrider MM Tags: Radiother Oncol Source Type: research