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Vienna, Austria

ESTRO 2023

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Monday
May 15
15:00 - 16:15
Plenary Hall
Breast cancer radiotherapy: Frequently asked questions from ESTRO's multidisciplinary course
Birgitte Offersen, Denmark;
Femke Froklage, The Netherlands
In this session a variety of breast cancer subjects will be discussed. Firstly, targeted treatments and radiotherapy in breast cancer will be discussed with a particular focus on its potential synergistic effect and its potential safety concerns. Secondly, breast cancer radiotherapy for patients with connective tissue or genetic disorders will be presented, addressing radiation toxicity and secondary malignancy risk. Thirdly, examples of complicated treatment plans will be shown and different options to influence treatment plan will be given. Finally, the rationale for a nodal boost will be presented and nodal boost technique will be addressed.
Symposium
Clinical
15:54 - 16:12
When and how to use a nodal boost
Wendy Woodward, USA
SP-0855

Abstract

When and how to use a nodal boost
Authors:

Wendy Woodward1

1 The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Breast Radiation Oncology, Houston, USA

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Abstract Text

Nodal boosts are typically used in breast radiotherapy to target involved regional nodal areas not removed at surgery, or at risk of harboring residual disease in spite of surgery. Unfortunately, there is a paucity of prospective data to guide this practice. In this session we will review existing retrospective data, rational approaches based on first principles, and potential risks. We will discuss a potential guideline for clinical practice.