EP-1749: The IROC QA Center's Activities Supporting the NCI's National Clinical Trial Network
Year: 2017
Type: conference-abstract
Abstract: ResultsMesorectal-only CTVs were median 59% smaller than standard CTVs (interquartile range 58-63%, p<0.001).All VMAT and 3D-CRT plans had V95%=100% for the CTVs, while V95% of the PTV was comparable for VMAT and 3D-CRT plans (median 99.4% vs 99.6%).Table 1 summarizes doses to OARs and CI.All OAR doses for mesorectal-only irradiation were significantly reduced with VMAT compared to 3D-CRT; p<0.001 for all metrics.Suggested optimization objectives for OAR for mesorectal-only VMAT were V10Gy<200cm 3 , V18Gy<120cm 3 , and V23Gy<90cm 3 for bowel cavity; V21Gy<15% for bladder; and V12.5Gy<16% for femoral heads. ConclusionVMAT provides dosimetric advantages over 3D-CRT for mesorectal-only target volumes.The recommended OAR optimization objectives allow for clinical implementation of IMRT/VMAT with improved OAR sparing compared to 3D-CRT standard treatment.These objectives will, after independent validation, be used in the multi-centre STAR-TReC trial.
Source: Radiotherapy and Oncology
Authors: D. Followill, Y. Xiao, J. Michalski, M. Rosen, T. FitzGerald, M. Knopp
Language: English
Subfield: Radiation
Field: Physics and Astronomy
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,770
OpenAlex ID: W2735941212
