Stereotactic body radiation therapy for non-small cell lung cancer patients with prior history of thoracic surgery and/or radiation therapy: the influence of smoking, size, and central location on risk of complications

ConclusionsAfter prior thoracic surgery and/or radiation, SBRT retreatment for NSCLC provided durable local control and was well tolerated in most patients. Patients with a history of previously operated and/or radiated lung cancer with new central tumors, PTV volume>  30 mL, or smoking history ≥ 50 pack-years were at higher risk of complications from SBRT.
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research