Patient-Reported Outcomes and Cosmesis in a Feasibility Study of 4-Dimensional Simulated Image Guided Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation

ConclusionsThis study demonstrated that with 4-dimensional simulated APBI that uses stringent dosimetric constraints and image guidance radiation therapy, it is possible to obtain acceptable cosmetic outcomes. We report no locoregional recurrences in 3 years and no toxicity grade>3. The observed decline in cosmesis was acceptable compared with that of prior published studies, and patient satisfaction with APBI was excellent.
Source: Practical Radiation Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research