A buccal mucosa carcinoma treated with high dose rate brachytherapy

نویسندگان

  • Joann I. Prisciandaro
  • Robert L. Foote
  • Michael G. Herman
  • Sally J. Lee
  • Wayne N. LaJoie
  • Andrew B. Van Blarcom
  • Peter D. Yeakel
چکیده

This manuscript presents a case of early stage squamous cell carcinoma of the left buccal mucosa treated with intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) followed by a high-dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy boost. With limited literature available on HDR mold (stent) radiotherapy for oral cancer, a discussion on the issues encountered during treatment planning and delivery may prove to be insightful for facilities faced with a similar challenge.

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دوره 6  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2005