Patient-reported outcomes after external beam radiotherapy versus brachytherapy for palliation of dysphagia in esophageal cancer: a matched comparison of two prospective trials.

CONCLUSION: Short course EBRT results in similar or better PROs at 3 months after treatment compared to single-dose brachytherapy for the palliation of malignant dysphagia. These findings further support its use and inclusion in clinical practice guidelines.
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Source: Radiotherapy and Oncology : journal of the European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology - October 13, 2020 Category: Radiology Authors: van Rossum PSN, Jeene PM, Rozema T, Braam PM, Lips IM, Muller K, van Kampen D, Vermeulen BD, Homs MYV, Oppedijk V, Berbée M, C C M Hulshof M, Siersema PD, El Sharouni SY Tags: Radiother Oncol Source Type: research