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ArticleRadiation oncology journal2024

Evidence-based clinical recommendations for hypofractionated radiotherapy: exploring efficacy and safety - Part 2. Lung (non-small cell lung cancer).

Yoo-Kang Kwak, Kyung Su Kim, Gyu Sang Yoo, Hwa Kyung Byun, Yeon Joo Kim, Yeon-Sil Kim, Soo-Yoon Sung, Jin Ho Song, Byoung Hyuck Kim

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Yoo-Kang KwakDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Incheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
Kyung Su KimDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
Gyu Sang YooDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Chungbuk National University Hospital, Cheongju, Republic of Korea.
Hwa Kyung ByunDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Yongin Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
Yeon Joo KimDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
Yeon-Sil KimDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
Soo-Yoon SungDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Eunpyeong St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
Jin Ho SongDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
Byoung Hyuck KimDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.

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Abstract

Several recent studies have investigated the use of hypofractionated radiotherapy (HFRT) for various cancers. However, HFRT for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with or without concurrent chemotherapy is not yet widely used because of concerns about serious side effects and the lack of evidence for improved treatment results. Investigations of HFRT with concurrent chemotherapy in NSCLC have usually been performed in single-arm studies and with a small number of patients, so there are not yet sufficient data. Therefore, the Korean Society for Radiation Oncology Practice Guidelines Committee planned this review article to summarize the evidence on HFRT so far and provide it to radiation oncology clinicians. In summary, HFRT has demonstrated promising results, and the reviewed data support its feasibility and comparable efficacy for the treatment of locally advanced NSCLC. The incidence and severity of esophageal toxicity have been identified as major concerns, particularly when treating large fraction sizes. Strategies, such as esophagus-sparing techniques, image guidance, and dose constraints, may help mitigate this problem and improve treatment tolerability. Continued research and clinical trials are essential to refine treatment strategies, identify optimal patient selection criteria, and enhance therapeutic outcomes.

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CarcinomaNon-small-cell lungRadiation dose hypofractionation

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