Reducing radiation dermatitis during ongoing radiation therapy: an innovative film-forming wound dressing
ConclusionThe use of the innovative film-forming wound dressing for radiation dermatitis treatment shows first time evidence of improving the RISRAS score during ongoing radiation therapy, showing major improvements in patients ’ quality of life. (Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - September 1, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Stereotactic radiosurgery practice patterns for brain metastases in the United States: a national survey
ConclusionsThis is one of the first national surveys assessing the use of SRS for brain metastases in clinical practice. These data highlight some clinical considerations for physicians treating brain metastases with SRS. (Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - September 1, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
A fiducial-less tracking method for radiation therapy of liver tumors by diaphragm disparity analysis part 1: simulation study using machine learning through artificial neural network
ConclusionThis simulation study shows that the diaphragm and tumor position are closely related. The developed diaphragm disparity-analysis approach, featuring tracking capability and verified with clinically acceptable errors, has the potential to replace fiducial markers for clinical application. The tracking method will be further investigated in clinical datasets from patients. (Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - September 1, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Re-irradiation in gynecological cancers, present experiences and future hopes
ConclusionThe results of salvage re irradiation are reasonable. More upcoming evidences and ongoing technological innovations will guide us in more effective retreatment and addition to life in this group of patients. (Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - September 1, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
A comprehensive analysis of clinical trials including both immunotherapy and radiation therapy
ConclusionThe number of new ITRT clinical trials is increasing rapidly. This increase in quantity may improve the clinical application of the immunomodulatory properties of RT. (Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - September 1, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Tolerability of sequential immune therapy and palliative radiotherapy to the cervical and thoracic spine
ConclusionsCombined immune therapy and radiotherapy for palliation of spine metastases suggests increased toxicity when a greater number of vertebral bodies are irradiated, or when combined immune therapy agents are utilized. (Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - September 1, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
In memoriam: the legendary Dr. Luther Brady —founding ACRO president and founding JRO editor in chief
(Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - September 1, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
A phase II trial to determine the cosmetic outcomes and toxicity of 27 Gy in five-fraction accelerated partial breast irradiation: the ACCEL trial
ConclusionsThis trial will assess the cosmetic and normal tissue outcomes of external beam APBI delivered in 1 week for early-stage breast cancer.Trial registrationRegistration number: NCT02681107 (clinicaltrials.gov), registered February 2, 2016. (Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - August 2, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
A fiducial-less tracking method for radiation therapy of liver tumors by diaphragm disparity analysis part 1: simulation study using machine learning through artificial neural network
ConclusionThis simulation study shows that the diaphragm and tumor position are closely related. The developed diaphragm disparity-analysis approach, featuring tracking capability and verified with clinically acceptable errors, has the potential to replace fiducial markers for clinical application. The tracking method will be further investigated in clinical datasets from patients. (Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - July 24, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Reducing radiation dermatitis during ongoing radiation therapy: an innovative film-forming wound dressing
ConclusionThe use of the innovative film-forming wound dressing for radiation dermatitis treatment shows first time evidence of improving the RISRAS score during ongoing radiation therapy, showing major improvements in patients ’ quality of life. (Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - July 20, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
The effects of treatment duration on outcomes of radiation treatment with high-dose-rate brachytherapy in the era of concurrent chemoradiation for cervical carcinoma
ConclusionsIn the present era of HDR-ICBT with CCRT, radiation treatment longer than 8 weeks does not appear to make a significant impact on clinical outcomes. This is a retrospective analysis. Further studies are warranted. (Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - July 17, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
The use of stereotactic radiosurgery for benign spinal tumors: single institution experience
ConclusionThe results of SRS for benign tumors of the spine appear to be promising, and as a result SRS may have a role in treating benign spinal tumors for patients who are not surgical candidates. (Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - June 1, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
The proceedings of the radiation oncology summit: acro 2018
(Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - June 1, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Comparison between CT- and MRI-derived head and neck cancer target volumes using an integrated MRI-tri- 60 Co teletherapy device
ConclusionSignificant differences in GTV extent were noted between MRI- and CT-derived ViewRay images. The implications for treatment planning are discussed. (Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - June 1, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Effect of BioZorb ® surgical marker placement on post-operative radiation boost target volume
ConclusionThe BioZorb ® arm showed statistically significant reductions in CTV and PTV but not ipsilateral lung or heart irradiation. (Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology)
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - June 1, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
