Radiotherapy Side Effects Flashcards
1
Q
Name the 2 categories of side effects
A
Acute vs chronic
Systematic vs localised
2
Q
What do the side effects depend on
A
Dose
Fractionation
Tissue type
Previous radiotherapy to the same area
Individual patient
3
Q
What is the aim of RT
A
To treat patient with an appropriate dose of radiation to get a result with minimal side effects
4
Q
Systematic side effects of radiotherapy
A
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Skin reactions - erythema
5
Q
Side effects of head and neck therapy
A
Skin changes
Hair loss
Eating difficulties
Weight loss
6
Q
Acute urinary side effects
A
Pain on micturition
Increased frequecy
Leakage
Nocturia
7
Q
What are the factors influencing urinary side effects
A
Side
Treatment techniques
Site irridiated
Volume irradiated
8
Q
What are the GI tracts side effects
A
Vomiting
