The Effect of Measured Radiotherapy Dose on Intrathecal Drug Delivery System Function

ConclusionsWe found no evidence that RT in patients with IDDS led to device failure or dysfunction. While radiation oncologists and pain specialists should coordinate patient care, it does not appear that RT dose impacts the function of the IDDS to warrant significant clinical concern.

Source: Neuromodulation: Technology at the Neural Interface - February 24, 2021 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Daniel W. Odell, Richard D. Albrechtsen, Jill E. Sindt, Ryan Gole, Spencer Brown, Matthew W. Parsons, Adam B. Paxton, Vikren Sarkar, Shane Lloyd, Shane E. Brogan, Randa Tao Tags: Clinical Research Source Type: research