Advances in Radiotherapy for Tumors Involving the Mediastinum

Kevin S. Choe; Joseph K. Salama

doi:10.1016/j.thorsurg.2008.09.010

Advances in Radiotherapy for Tumors Involving the Mediastinum

Kevin S. Choe, Joseph K. Salama

Radiation Oncology

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Abstract

Various malignancies either arise from or spread into the mediastinum. Radiotherapy in the area of the mediastinum is challenging because of the proximity to other critical organs, such as the heart, lungs, esophagus, and spinal cord. With recent advances in imaging, treatment, and the understanding of tumor biology, these diseases now can be treated more effectively and safely. This article reviews such innovations in radiotherapy and discusses their applications in tumors that involve the mediastinum.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	133-141
Number of pages	9
Journal	Thoracic Surgery Clinics
Volume	19
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.thorsurg.2008.09.010
State	Published - Feb 1 2009

Keywords

Innovations
Mediastinum
Radiation therapy
Radiotherapy

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Surgery
Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

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