Impact of bladder volume on acute genitourinary toxicity in intensity modulated radiotherapy for localized and locally advanced prostate cancer

ConclusionOur results support the hypothesis that a  biofeedback training for the patient is an easy-to-apply, useful, and cost-effective tool for reducing acute GU toxicity in high-dose IMRT of the prostate. Patients who are not able to reach and maintain a certain bladder volume during planning and treatment—two independent risk factors—might need special consideration.
Source: Strahlentherapie und Onkologie - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research