Conformal radiation therapy for lung cancer
Record ID 32007000374
English
Authors' objectives:
Three-dimensional conformal radiation therapy (3D CRT) uses advanced computer technology to tailor the radiotherapy beam to the exact size and shape of a tumor while minimizing incidental irradiation of surrounding normal tissues. Treatment with 3D CRT in patients with lung cancer allows higher doses of radiation to be delivered to the target organs than would be possible with conventional external beam radiation therapy, with the objective of improving local control and, ultimately, survival.
Authors' methods:
Review
Details
Project Status:
Completed
Year Published:
2006
URL for published report:
http://www.hayesinc.com/hayes/crd/?crd=5346
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
United States
MeSH Terms
- Lung Neoplasms
- Radiotherapy, High-Energy
Contact
Organisation Name:
HAYES, Inc.
Contact Address:
157 S. Broad Street, Suite 200, Lansdale, PA 19446, USA. Tel: 215 855 0615; Fax: 215 855 5218
Contact Name:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Contact Email:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Copyright:
HAYES, Inc.
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