ATP 2016

More advanced planning techniques in breast cancer patients Aim: Reduction of RT-induced toxicity • Forward-MRT vs. 2D planning: less acute toxicity (dermatitis, oedema) Pignol JCO 2008 • 2D planning vs. forward- IMRT: 1.7 times more likely to have change in breast appearance (after follow-up of 5 years) Donovan Radiother Oncol 2007 • Forward-IMRT vs. 3DCRT planning: superior cosmesis and reduction in telangiectasia (after follow-up of 5 years) Mukesh JCO 2015