Individual patient data meta-analysis of prophylactic cranial irradiation in locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer.

CONCLUSION: No OS benefit by PCI was observed, but PCI prolonged the progression-free survival and BM-free survival at an increased risk of late memory impairment and fatigue.
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Source: Radiotherapy and Oncology : journal of the European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology - February 12, 2021 Category: Radiology Authors: Witlox WJA, Ramaekers BLT, Lacas B, Le Pechoux C, Pignon JP, Sun A, Wang SY, Hu C, Redman M, van der Noort V, Li N, Guckenberger M, van Tinteren H, Groen HJM, Joore MA, De Ruysscher DKM Tags: Radiother Oncol Source Type: research