How do you treat a large basal cell carcinoma involving the dorsum and entire tip of the nose when brachytherapy and orthovoltage are not feasible?
Is there a role for photons over electrons in this case?
Answer from: Radiation Oncologist at Community Practice
Hard to know without seeing, but likely create 3D bolus and treat with electrons.
Can also potentially do IMRT/VMAT with photons, likely more homogeneous dose distribution, but I typically favor electrons just based on comfort.
Answer from: Radiation Oncologist at Community Practice
Surface brachytherapy with a Freiberg Flap or 3D bolus, or orthovoltage, would be the preferred treatment in my opinion, unless the depth of the lesion is greater than 5 mm. For lesions with a depth of greater than 5 mm, interstitial brachytherapy would be a good option. Are these options not feasib...
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Radiation Oncologist at Lake Huron Medical Center Ah, the question heading says brachy and ortho are...