Frontiers in Oncology (Mar 2017)

Post-Prostatectomy Image-Guided Radiotherapy: The Invisible Target Concept

  • Florent Vilotte,
  • Mickael Antoine,
  • Maxime Bobin,
  • Igor Latorzeff,
  • Stéphane Supiot,
  • Pierre Richaud,
  • Laurence Thomas,
  • Nicolas Leduc,
  • Stephane Guérif,
  • Jone Iriondo-Alberdi,
  • Renaud de Crevoisier,
  • Paul Sargos

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3389/fonc.2017.00034
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 7

Abstract

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In the era of intensity-modulated radiation therapy, image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT) appears crucial to control dose delivery and to promote dose escalation while allowing healthy tissue sparing. The place of IGRT following radical prostatectomy is poorly described in the literature. This review aims to highlight some key points on the different IGRT techniques applicable to prostatic bed radiotherapy. Furthermore, methods used to evaluate target motion and to reduce planning target volume margins will also be explored.

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