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Time-dose relationships for local tumor control and complications following irradiation of squamous cell carcinoma of the base of tongue

Journal Article · · Int. J. Radiat. Oncol., Biol. Phys.; (United States)
Between October 1964 and September 1981, 114 previously untreated patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the base of the tongue were treated with curative intent by a radical course of irradiation at the University of Florida. With a minimum 2-year follow-up, local control was achieved in 78, 65, 76, and 17% of T1, T2, T3, and T4 lesions, respectively. Control results could be correlated with time-dose factors and treatment techniques. No patient required mandibulectomy for osteoradionecrosis following radiation therapy. Complications of bone and soft tissue could not be related to time-dose factors.
Research Organization:
Univ. of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville
OSTI ID:
6788895
Journal Information:
Int. J. Radiat. Oncol., Biol. Phys.; (United States), Journal Name: Int. J. Radiat. Oncol., Biol. Phys.; (United States) Vol. 4; ISSN IOBPD
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English