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Intensity modulated radiotherapy in the treatment of inoperable biliar duct tumors

Publication at Central Library of Charles University, Faculty of Medicine in Hradec Králové |
2009

Abstract

Intensity modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) of inoperable extrahepatic biliary tract tumors allows application of high doses of radiation to the tumor with effective sparing of healthy tissues. The control of jaundice is good.

In selected cases IMRT may prolong overall survival.