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Review
. 2005 Nov-Dec;11(6):495-505.
doi: 10.1097/00130404-200511000-00009.

Radiation therapy in the elderly

Loren K Mell  1 , Arno J Mundt
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Review

Radiation therapy in the elderly

Loren K Mell et al. Cancer J. 2005 Nov-Dec.

Abstract

The purpose of this review is to highlight aspects of radiation oncology specifically related to aging and caring for the older patient with cancer. Particular emphasis is placed on the preclinical and clinical studies focusing on the efficacy and toxicity of RT in this population. Special techniques are also reviewed that have particular relevance to the treatment of the elderly.

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