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Variation in the Use of Boost Irradiation in Breast-Conserving Therapy in the Netherlands: The Effect of a National Guideline and Cofounding Factors.

Published Apr 1, 2019 · K. Schreuder, J. Maduro, P. Spronk

Clinical oncology (Royal College of Radiologists (Great Britain))

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Observational Study

Study Snapshot

Adjusting a national guideline reduced radiation therapy boost use in breast cancer patients, but not in DCIS patients, with several tumor and patient characteristics influencing the use of boost irradiation.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Variation in the Use of Boost Irradiation in Breast-Conserving Therapy in the Netherlands: The Effect of a National Guideline and Cofounding Factors.

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