Are there any precautions you would take when radiating the pelvis in an obese patient with recent extensive ventral hernia repair to minimize dehiscence risk?
Any published reports or anecdotal experience to guide us?
Post-operative endometrial with high-risk features for nodal recurrence, planning VMAT with >4-weeks recovery for complete closure of skin, with avoidance of abdominal mesh and anterior wall.
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Radiation Oncology · Varian Medical Systems/Allegheny health network
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Have done few times. Contoured mesh area or open wound area as avoidance structure following ALARA principle.
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