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How does LVI affect PMRT decision in a node positive patient?

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Radiation Oncology · Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh

I consider LVI a risk factor for node positive patients and do use as part of my consideration for PMRT.

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Radiation Oncology · Varian Medical Systems/Allegheny health network

Yes based on multiple retrospective series including above, ECOG and others in 1-3 positive node we do take LVI into account along with age, ECE, tumor size and grade of disease in deciding PMRT

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