Trends in Use and Comparison of Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy, Brachytherapy, and Dose-Escalated External Beam Radiation Therapy for the Management of Localized, Intermediate-Risk Prostate Cancer
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.17144
Abstract: This cohort study examines trends in the use of brachytherapy, external beam radiotherapy, and stereotactic body radiation therapy for disease management in patients with localized prostate cancer and compares outcomes between these therapies. read more here.
Keywords: radiation therapy; external beam; stereotactic body; trends use ... See more keywords
Comparison of Radiation Exposure Among Interventional Echocardiographers, Interventional Cardiologists, and Sonographers During Percutaneous Structural Heart Interventions
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.20597
Abstract: Key Points Question Are interventional echocardiographers exposed to greater occupational radiation doses than interventional cardiologists and sonographers during structural heart procedures? Findings In this cross-sectional study of 60 structural heart procedures, interventional echocardiographers experienced higher… read more here.
Keywords: cardiologists sonographers; interventional echocardiographers; radiation; structural heart ... See more keywords
Immunotherapy and Symptomatic Radiation Necrosis in Patients With Brain Metastases Treated With Stereotactic Radiation
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DOI: 10.1001/jamaoncol.2017.3993
Abstract: This study investigates the association between immunotherapy and symptomatic radiation necrosis in patients with melanoma, non–small-cell lung cancer, or renal cell carcinoma and newly diagnosed brain metastases treated with stereotactic radiation therapy. read more here.
Keywords: necrosis patients; brain metastases; immunotherapy symptomatic; symptomatic radiation ... See more keywords
Effect of Standard vs Dose-Escalated Radiation Therapy for Patients With Intermediate-Risk Prostate Cancer: The NRG Oncology RTOG 0126 Randomized Clinical Trial
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DOI: 10.1001/jamaoncol.2018.0039
Abstract: Importance Optimizing radiation therapy techniques for localized prostate cancer can affect patient outcomes. Dose escalation improves biochemical control, but no prior trials were powered to detect overall survival (OS) differences. Objective To determine whether radiation… read more here.
Keywords: oncology; radiation therapy; prostate cancer; radiation ... See more keywords
Palliative Radiation for Advanced Central Lung Tumors With Intentional Avoidance of the Esophagus (PROACTIVE)
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DOI: 10.1001/jamaoncol.2021.7664
Abstract: Key Points Question Can modern radiation techniques reduce the risk of radiation-associated esophageal adverse effects in patients with advanced lung cancer? Findings In this phase 3 randomized clinical trial of esophageal-sparing intensity-modulated radiotherapy (ES-IMRT) or… read more here.
Keywords: lung cancer; radiation advanced; advanced central; lung ... See more keywords
A brief overview of the registration system of radiation exposure doses for decontamination workers and their occupational health management
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DOI: 10.1002/1348-9585.12357
Abstract: Following the Fukushima nuclear accident in March 2011, decontamination and related works have been carried out over a wide area, mainly in Fukushima Prefecture. In November 2013, the Radiation Dose Registration and Management System for… read more here.
Keywords: occupational health; system; decontamination workers; radiation ... See more keywords
Image guidance in radiation therapy for better cure of cancer
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DOI: 10.1002/1878-0261.12751
Abstract: The key goal and main challenge of radiation therapy is the elimination of tumors without any concurring damages of the surrounding healthy tissues and organs. Radiation doses required to achieve sufficient cancer‐cell kill exceed in… read more here.
Keywords: image; radiation therapy; cancer; oncology ... See more keywords
A new function for the serine protease HtrA2 in controlling radiation‐induced senescence in cancer cells
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DOI: 10.1002/1878-0261.13187
Abstract: Radiation therapy can induce cellular senescence in cancer cells, leading to short‐term tumor growth arrest but increased long‐term recurrence. To better understand the molecular mechanisms involved, we developed a model of radiation‐induced senescence in cultured… read more here.
Keywords: htra2; senescence; radiation; radiation induced ... See more keywords
The role of the convection electric field in filling the slot region between the inner and outer radiation belts
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DOI: 10.1002/2016ja023657
Abstract: The Van Allen Probes have reported frequent flux enhancements of 100s keV electrons in the slot region, with lower energy electrons exhibiting more dynamic behavior at lower L shells. Also, in situ electric field measurements… read more here.
Keywords: slot region; region; convection electric; electric field ... See more keywords
Determination of Global Earth Outgoing Radiation at High Temporal Resolution using a Theoretical Constellation of Satellites
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DOI: 10.1002/2016jd025514
Abstract: New, viable, and sustainable observation strategies from a constellation of satellites have attracted great attention across many scientific communities. Yet the potential for monitoring global Earth outgoing radiation using such a strategy has not been… read more here.
Keywords: earth outgoing; constellation satellites; outgoing radiation; global earth ... See more keywords
Very Oblique Whistler Mode Propagation in the Radiation Belts: Effects of Hot Plasma and Landau Damping
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DOI: 10.1002/2017gl075892
Abstract: Satellite observations of a significant population of very oblique chorus waves in the outer radiation belt have fueled considerable interest in the effects of these waves on energetic electron scattering and acceleration. However, corresponding diffusion… read more here.
Keywords: oblique whistler; whistler mode; hot plasma; landau damping ... See more keywords