Effect of Jaw Tracking During Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy for Facial Non-melanoma Skin Cancer
SO HYUN PARK,
HYUNSOO KO,
JINHYUN CHOI
Abstract:Background/Aim: This study aimed to analyze the dosimetric effects of jaw tracking during Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) planning for facial nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC). Patients and Methods: This study included 50 patients with facial NMSC who underwent VMAT planning with or without jaw tracking. The target volume (TV) included the primary skin lesion with a 1-cm margin around the surface and a depth of 4 mm. A total of 55 Gy in 20 fractions was prescribed, and the plans were considered acceptable… Show more
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