Do you resume RT for LS-SCLC after a prolonged break?

Topics: Radiation Oncology • Thoracic Malignancies

Do you complete the originally prescribed RT course, add fractions, treat BID, offer no further TRT, or do something different?

Answer from: Radiation Oncologist at Community Practice

Compressing TRT to 3 or 4 weeks minimizes the chance of breaks more prevalent with 6-7 week plans. You cannot make up for lost effectiveness by resuming after break for whatever reason. I do not break for counts.

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