Does the presence of an ATM mutation impact your fractionation regimen for a woman with breast cancer?
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Radiation Oncology · Varian Medical Systems/Allegheny health network
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ATM mutation is not a contraindication for RT. Techniques should be used to reduce scatter dose to contralateral breast. This is very good review on the topic.
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Radiation Oncology · Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh
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Though not a lot of data, I have treated patients with hypofractionation (breast or breast and RNI) and not noticed any issues.
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