ESTRO-ACROP guideline: Recommendations on implementation of breath-hold techniques in radiotherapy

Aznar MC, carrasco de fez P, Corradini S, Mast M, McNair H, Meattini I, Persson G, van Haaren P (2023)

Publication Type: Journal article

Publication year: 2023

Journal

Radiotherapy and Oncology Elsevier

Book Volume: 185

Article Number: 109734

DOI: 10.1016/j.radonc.2023.109734

Abstract

The use of breath-hold techniques in radiotherapy, such as deep-inspiration breath hold, is increasing although guidelines for clinical implementation are lacking. In these recommendations, we aim to provide an overview of available technical solutions and guidance for best practice in the implementation phase. We will discuss specific challenges in different tumour sites including factors such as staff training and patient coaching, accuracy, and reproducibility. In addition, we aim to highlight the need for further research in specific patient groups. This report also reviews considerations for equipment, staff training and patient coaching, as well as image guidance for breath-hold treatments. Dedicated sections for specific indications, namely breast cancer, thoracic and abdominal tumours are also included.

Involved external institutions

University of Manchester GB United Kingdom (GB) Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau ES Spain (ES) Klinikum der Universität München (LMU Klinikum) DE Germany (DE) Royal Marsden Hospital / The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust GB United Kingdom (GB) Careggi University Hospital / Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi IT Italy (IT) Gentofte Hospital DK Denmark (DK) Catharina Hospital / Catharina Ziekenhuis NL Netherlands (NL)

How to cite

APA:

Aznar, M.C., carrasco de fez, P., Corradini, S., Mast, M., McNair, H., Meattini, I.,... van Haaren, P. (2023). ESTRO-ACROP guideline: Recommendations on implementation of breath-hold techniques in radiotherapy. Radiotherapy and Oncology, 185. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radonc.2023.109734

MLA:

Aznar, Marianne Camille, et al. "ESTRO-ACROP guideline: Recommendations on implementation of breath-hold techniques in radiotherapy." Radiotherapy and Oncology 185 (2023).

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