Abstract:Introduction. The current state of re-irradiation in radiation oncology is characterized by the high heterogeneity of re-irradiation practices between institutions. The implementation of imaging methods and new irradiation techniques has created scope for the development and application of more accurate re-irradiation procedures associated with the use of radiobiological modelling, that are allowing often the replacement of palliative intent by radical. Therefore, the preparation of a planning protocol for re-… Show more
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