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The role of radiation therapy in malignant pleural mesothelioma: A systematic review

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Radiation therapy may offer patients presenting with malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM) symptom palliation and improvements in quality of life. This systematic review will address the role of radiation therapy in the management of MPM. METHODS: A thorough systematic search of the literature was conducted for published articles and conference proceedings for applicable abstracts. Relevant trials were selected and assessed.

Authors

Ung YC; Yu E; Falkson C; Haynes AE; Stys-Norman D; Evans WK; Care TLCDSGOCCOPIE-B

Journal

Radiotherapy and Oncology, Vol. 80, No. 1, pp. 13–18

Publisher

Elsevier

Publication Date

July 2006

DOI

10.1016/j.radonc.2006.06.002

ISSN

0167-8140