What instructions do you give patients to optimize bladder filling and rectal emptying for GU and GYN simulation and treatment?
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Radiation Oncology · Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
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For prostate cancer treatment with external beam, IGRT is standard, so pretreatment localization of the target takes place. Because of IGRT, I don't recommend rectal filling/emptying instructions. To reduce bladder exposure, simulation and treatment with a "comfortably full bladder" is recommended.
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