Prostate Cancer - Adjuvant and Salvage Radiotherapy Flashcards
1
Q
Adverse path findings prompting discussion about adjuvant RT
A
SVI, positive margins, EPE
2
Q
Does adjuvant RT improve outcomes?
A
BCR - yes
OS - unclear
3
Q
BCR definition
A
> 0.2 ng/mL after RP
4
Q
If giving RT, should hormone therapy be offered?
A
Yes
5
Q
EBRT fractionation options for primary treatment
A
240-340 cGy (moderate fractionation) is equivalent to conventional (180-200cGy/fraction) EXCEPT for higher GI toxicity (higher) - also same to 500cGy per dose except in high risk
6
Q
Total EBRT dosing
A
60-70 Gy in hypofractionated doses
35 Gy in ultrahypofractionated
