Evaluating the role of intra-operative radiation therapy in the modern management of breast cancer Journal Article

  

Authors:	Barry, M.; Sacchini, V.
Article Title:	Evaluating the role of intra-operative radiation therapy in the modern management of breast cancer
Abstract:	Over the last 10 years, intra-operative radiotherapy (IORT) has been used extensively in the clinical trial setting but has yet to make a significant clinical impact on current breast cancer management strategies. This review discusses the rationale behind IORT, the benefits and limitations of this technique over conventional whole breast radiation (WBRT), and the indications, contraindications, and appropriate patient selection criteria. In addition, the most up-to-date trial data and the role of IORT in future breast cancer management strategies are discussed. © 2012 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
Keywords:	review; patient selection; cancer radiotherapy; treatment indication; breast cancer; mastectomy; radiotherapy; treatment contraindication; intraoperative radiotherapy; intra-operative radiotherapy; whole breast radiation
Journal Title:	Surgical Oncology
Volume:	21
Issue:	4
ISSN:	0960-7404
Publisher:	Elsevier Inc.
Date Published:	2012-12-01
Start Page:	e159
End Page:	e163
Language:	English
DOI:	10.1016/j.suronc.2012.06.003
PROVIDER:	scopus
PUBMED:	22889742
DOI/URL:	http://release-www.scopus.com/inward/record.url?eid=2-s2.0-84867865789&partnerID=40&md5=dbf790d4a1d97247befe9706d52bef39
Notes:	--- - "Export Date: 3 December 2012" - "CODEN: SUOCE" - "Source: Scopus"

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