Technical aspects of image-based treatment planning of rectal carcinoma.
The role of 3-dimensional treatment planning in the management of rectal cancer is not well defined. This report reviews technical guidelines for simulation, defining target volumes, and suggested beam configurations. Outcome from pilot clinical trials, with emphasis on the impact of volume and dose on tumor response and treatment morbidity is discussed.
Myerson
Robert
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Department of Radiation Oncology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA.
Drzymala
Robert
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D006801:Humans; D021621:Imaging, Three-Dimensional; D011879:Radiotherapy Dosage; D011880:Radiotherapy Planning, Computer-Assisted / Q000379:methods; D012004:Rectal Neoplasms / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000532:radiotherapy*; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed