Patient Reported Outcomes and Cosmesis in a Feasibility Study of 4D Simulated Image Guided Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation (APBI)

ConclusionThis study demonstrated that with 4D simulated APBI utilizing stringent dosimetric constraints and IGRT, it is possible to obtain acceptable cosmetic outcomes. We report no local-regional recurrences in 3 years and no toxicity above grade 3. The observed decline in cosmesis was acceptable compared to prior published studies, and patient satisfaction with APBI was excellent.
Source: Practical Radiation Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research