Abstract:Purpose/Objective(s): There is limited data on the effects of intensity modulated proton therapy (IMPT) on cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) such as pacemakers or defibrillators. Neutron scatter could affect CIED function and great caution needs to be taken when treating patients (pts) with CIEDs with IMPT. The purpose of this retrospective study was to review our experience treating CIED pts with IMPT. Materials/Methods: We retrospectively reviewed 50 pts age ≥18 years with CIEDs underwent IMPT f… Show more
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