[Proton therapy-a chance in the treatment of tumors of the head and neck and base of skull].

This article presents an overview of current indications for PT with emphasis on tumors in the head and neck region and the base of skull. Furthermore, a summary and discussion of relevant results and current developments are included. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The work comprises an evaluation of relevant studies and an overview of current issues related to PT of tumors in the areas of the head, neck, and base of skull. RESULTS: Overall, the studies on PT show promising results. In addition to dosimetric studies, clinical studies also point to advantages of PT, especially with regard to the reduction of side effects. DISCUSSION: Currently, use of the model-based approach is being discussed. This is intended to identify those patients who benefit most from PT based on the normal tissue complication probability (NTCP). PT for re-RT is also discussed. PMID: 32780222 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
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