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Would you ever offer a simultaneous integrated boost to the lumpectomy cavity with 5 fraction ultra-hypofractionated whole breast radiotherapy (2600 cGy in 5 fractions)?

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If clinically indicated, would you offer boost to the lumpectomy cavity when delivering ultra-hypofractionated whole breast radiotherapy (2600 cGy/5 fractions)?

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Radiation Oncology · Varian Medical Systems/Allegheny health network
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Yes, it was delivered in the trial although with conventional fractionation. In practice, we do 2.5 x 4 or 5.2 x 1-2 fractions like RCR guidelines.

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Radiation Oncology · Baylor Scott & White Health
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I routinely have offered whole breast to 26 Gy/5 fx with lumpectomy cavity SIB to 30 Gy with no difference in toxicity observed vs 26 Gy alone and approach SIB as I do APBI to that dose.

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