The Feasibility of Implementing Deep Inspiration Breath-Hold for Pediatric Radiation Therapy

Radiation therapy delivery during deep inspiration breath-hold (DIBH) reduces the irradiation of the heart and lungs and is therefore recommended for adults with mediastinal lymphoma. However, no studies have addressed the use of DIBH in children. This pilot study investigates the feasibility of and compliance with DIBH in children.

Source: International Journal of Radiation Oncology * Biology * Physics - January 27, 2020 Category: Radiology Authors: Anni Young Lundgaard, Mirjana Josipovic, Laura Ann Rechner, Pernille Envold Bidstrup, Rune Hansen, Sidsel Skov Damkjaer, Morten Joergensen, Akmal Safwat, Lena Specht, Lisa Lyngsie Hjalgrim, Maja Vestmoe Maraldo Tags: Clinical Investigation Source Type: research