Journal of International Oncology ›› 2013, Vol. 40 ›› Issue (4): 287-289.

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Intensity-modulated radiotherapy in the treatment of breast cancer

HOU  Hai-Ling, ZHAO  Lu-Jun, LI  Rui-Ying, YUAN  Zhi-Yong   

  1. Department of Radiation Oncology, Cancer Hospital, Tianjin Medical University, Key Laboratory of Tianjin Cancer PreventionTianjin 300060, China
  • Online:2013-04-08 Published:2013-03-27
  • Contact: ZHAO Lu-jun E-mail:lujunzhao@yahoo.com

Abstract: The current challenge from radiotherapy of early breast cancer has been to minimize the morbidity caused by this treatment without losing efficacy. Conventional two-dimensional RT breast plans can produce substantial dose inhomogeneities. Intensity-modulated RT (IMRT) can be used to improve the dose homogeneity in an irradiated volume. And to some extent, IMRT can reduce radiation doses to adjacent normal tissues including the contralateral breast, heart and lung, and improve the cosmetic outcome.

Key words: Breast neoplasms, Radiotherapy, Breast-Conserving Surgery