Would you re-RT for heterotopic ossification if the first course of postoperative radiation failed to prevent HO formation?
Answer from: Radiation Oncologist at Community Practice
I routinely offer a second course.After the first course, the risk of secondary malignancy approaches zero - i.e., there are no documented cases in the literature. Seegenschmidt's paper with about 6,000 treated hips reported no secondary malignancy at 10-year follow-up. Now, what about after a ...
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Radiation Oncologist at Weatherby Health Care Excellent well-thought out reply. Thank you!!
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Excellent well-thought out reply. Thank you!! Dr....