Patient-reported Outcomes and Late Toxicity After Postprostatectomy Intensity-modulated Radiation Therapy

ConclusionsLong-term QOL and late toxicity are favorable following postprostatectomy radiation therapy. Identifiable clinical and dosimetric risk factors may guide decision making to optimize urinary, sexual, and bowel function.Patient summaryThe following study provides a detailed report of favorable patient-reported quality of life and late side-effect profiles of radiation therapy following surgery for localized prostate cancer. Our findings provide patients guidance on what symptoms to expect if they are planning to undergo radiation therapy in this setting. It also allows physicians to counsel patients appropriately, and modify certain clinical and radiation-related risk factors to optimize quality of life.
Source: European Urology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research