Mednet Logo
HomeGynecologic OncologyQuestion

What dose is required to gross disease in the definitive treatment of vulvar cancer?

4
2 Answers
Mednet Member
Mednet Member
Radiation Oncology · University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

As with all gynecologic carcinomas, the optimal dose is at least to some extent dependent on the volume of disease. However, our experience suggests that a minimum of 60 Gy should always be given for gross diasease, even when concurrent chemotherapy is being given. That said, for gross disease that ...

Register or Sign In to see full answer

Mednet Member
Mednet Member
Radiation Oncology · Quint Cities Radiation Oncology

Another good resource for contouring and treatment recommendations for vulvar carcinoma which echo @Dr. First Last's post:

http://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(16)00163-2/abstract

In reference to your question, for definitive treatment, the article recommends doses between 60-70 Gy. GOG 101 ...

Register or Sign In to see full answer

What dose is required to gross disease in the definitive treatment of vulvar cancer? | Mednet