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. 1982 Feb;69(2):69-70.
doi: 10.1002/bjs.1800690203.

Radiotherapy for dysphagia due to gastric carcinoma

B S Mantell

Radiotherapy for dysphagia due to gastric carcinoma

B S Mantell. Br J Surg. 1982 Feb.

Abstract

Palliative treatment by radiotherapy was attempted in 17 cases of dysphagia, due to inoperable gastric carcinoma. Thirteen experienced a useful improvement in swallowing. Radiotherapy, using a moderate dose of radiation, is suggested as an alternative to intubation in such patients.

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