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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?

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Radiation Oncology · Varian Medical Systems/Allegheny health network

Have done few times. Contoured mesh area or open wound area as avoidance structure following ALARA principle.

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