Dose Selection for Multiple Myeloma in Modern Era
ConclusionRadiation therapy remains highly effective at managing lytic bone lesions in patients with multiple myeloma, and that 6-10 fraction treatment courses are equally as effective as longer courses at treating these lesions. Twenty Gy in 10 fraction treatment resulted in significantly lower probability of pain recurrence when compared to the 8Gy in 1 fraction group.
Source: Practical Radiation Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
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