Hypofractionated whole breast irradiation: new standard in early breast cancer after breast-conserving surgery
Radiation Oncology Journal
;
: 81-87, 2016.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-60768
ABSTRACT
Hypofractionated whole breast irradiation (HF-WBI) has been proved effective and safe and even better for late or acute radiation toxicity for early breast cancer. Moreover, it improves patient convenience, quality of life and is expected to be advantageous in the medical care system by reducing overall cost. In this review, we examined key randomized trials of HF-WBI, focusing on adequate patient selection as suggested by the American Society of Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ASTRO) guideline and the radiobiologic aspects of HF-WBI in relation to its adoption into clinical settings. Further investigation to identify the current practice pattern or cost effectiveness is warranted under the national health insurance service system in Korea.
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Index:
WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Quality of Life
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Radiotherapy
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Breast
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Breast Neoplasms
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Mastectomy, Segmental
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Cost-Benefit Analysis
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Radiation Oncology
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Patient Selection
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Radiation Dose Hypofractionation
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Korea
Type of study:
Controlled clinical trial
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Practice guideline
Limits:
Humans
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
English
Journal:
Radiation Oncology Journal
Year:
2016
Type:
Article
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