The South West Radiotherapy Late Effects Service, led by Lisa Durrant, offers clinical expertise, service development, education, and professional leadership in managing long-term radiotherapy-related symptoms. Learn more about the benefits and limitations of local services.

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This content delves into the enhanced RT imaging and patient position acquisition instructions provided by the DICOM Working Group 07 for radiotherapy. It covers the scope of Supplement 213, including various imaging technologies and instructions for acquisition devices. The content outlines the IOD

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Leukemia is a group of blood disorders characterized by abnormal white blood cell production. Factors like genetics, environment, and mutations in DNA play a role in its development. Acute leukemia requires urgent treatment due to rapid cell growth, while chronic leukemia progresses more slowly. The

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POSNOC (Positive Sentinel Node) and ATNEC trials are investigating the effectiveness of axillary treatment in women with early-stage breast cancer having metastases in one or two sentinel nodes. Led by Chief Investigator Amit Goyal in the UK, this randomized controlled trial compares adjuvant therap

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\nDiscover why this cornerstone of cancer treatment is poised to reach $8.8 billion by 2028. From technological advancements to rising cancer rates, this industry is full of growth potential.\n

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Superior Vena Cava (SVC) occlusion secondary to postradiation fibrosis is a rare condition that can lead to debilitating symptoms. In this case study, a 47-year-old male with a history of Hodgkin lymphoma treated with chest radiotherapy presented with exertional chest pain and other associated sympt

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A patient at the Pasteur Clinic in Toulouse suffered from a significant radiation overdose during radiotherapy treatment for recurrent pelvic cancer.

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Seeking patient consent is a fundamental ethical and legal requirement in healthcare. This guideline emphasizes the importance of informed consent in imaging and radiotherapy procedures, highlighting the responsibility of healthcare practitioners to prioritize patient needs, values, and autonomy. Th

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The DICOM Standard has evolved significantly over the years to address the complex needs of radiation therapy in cancer treatment. The 2nd Generation DICOM RT introduces key principles, design approaches, and workflow improvements to enhance efficiency and safety in radiotherapy. Stakeholders in the

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Radiotherapy is a crucial treatment modality that uses high-energy X-rays to target and destroy cancer cells while minimizing damage to normal cells. This summary covers the fundamentals of radiotherapy, including its objectives, patient pathway, different modalities, and how it works at the cellula

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This document outlines the feedback received during the consultation regarding the relocation of specialist cancer treatment services for children in South London and Southeast England. The decision was made to move services to Evelina London Children's Hospital, with radiotherapy at University Coll

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The\u00a0Global Radiotherapy Market size\u00a0is expected to be worth around\u00a0USD 12.1 Billion\u00a0by 2033 from\u00a0USD 6.8 Billion\u00a0in 2023, growing at a\u00a0CAGR of 5.9%\u00a0during the forecast period from 2023 to 2032.

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