How do you modify the management of an SLE patient with active systemic lupus for a gynecological cancer that normally requires pelvic radiation and brachytherapy?
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Radiation Oncology · Varian Medical Systems/Allegheny health network
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I have not done any specific modification for SLE. I would treat with VMAT and IGRT with a 5 mm PTV margin and ensure EBRT and HDR meet ideal dose constraints for OARs.
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Radiation Oncology · University of Illinois, College of Medicine
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For the EBRT component, I would consider proton therapy, which would spare the majority of normal tissues from the low and intermediate-dose bath.
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