Introduction

Technological advancements in Radiation Oncology have occurred at an impressive pace over the past few decades, fundamentally altering the practice of radiotherapy. The development of modern imaging modalities has enhanced our certainty of tumor location and extent. Simultaneously, radiation treatment delivery has undergone a revolution of conformality spurred by techniques such as intensity-modulated radiation therapy, image-guided radiation therapy, and proton therapy. The proliferation of these techniques into clinical practice has not only led to enhanced certainty of the accuracy of daily tumor targeting, but has also led to the capacity to more effectively exclude critical normal tissues from the high-dose region of treatment plans.

Source: Seminars in Radiation Oncology - September 1, 2017 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Deborah E. Citrin Source Type: research