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If an anatomical defect forms due to rapid disease response from pelvic radiation for large gynecological tumors, is it safe to proceed with a further radiotherapy boost?

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Radiation Oncology · Varian Medical Systems/Allegheny health network

I would proceed with brachytherapy as planned. For a fistula, if symptomatic, would consider diversion - bilateral nephrostomy or diversion colostomy as needed. Brachytherapy would treat the involved bladder or rectal wall to a therapeutic dose without any needles in the tissue, thereby avoiding any...

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