State of the art in breast intraoperative electron radiation therapy after intraoperative ultrasound introduction

Breast intraoperative electron radiation therapy (B-IOERT) can be used in clinical practice both as elective irradiation (partial breast irradiation – APBI) in low risk breast cancer patients, and as an anticipated boost. The procedure generally includes the use of a shielding disk between the resid...

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Main Authors: Vidali Cristiana, Severgnini Mara, Bellio Gabriele, Giudici Fabiola, Milan Vittorino, Pellin Zaira, Savatovic Sara, Scomersi Serena, Fastner Gerd, Ciabattoni Antonella, Bortul Marina
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Sciendo 2021-05-01
Series:Radiology and Oncology
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.2478/raon-2021-0023
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Summary:Breast intraoperative electron radiation therapy (B-IOERT) can be used in clinical practice both as elective irradiation (partial breast irradiation – APBI) in low risk breast cancer patients, and as an anticipated boost. The procedure generally includes the use of a shielding disk between the residual breast and the pectoralis fascia for the protection of the tissues underneath the target volume. The aim of the study was to evaluate the role of intraoperative ultrasound (IOUS) in improving the quality of B-IOERT.
ISSN:1581-3207