Journal article
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