Role of radiation therapy in localised non-Hodgkin's lymphomas

摘要

Radiation therapy plays an essential role in the management of localised NHL. Its application varies from monotherapy management of localised follicular and MALT lymphomas with intent to cure, to being an integral part of combined modality therapy for diffuse large-cell lymphoma. In addition, the role of radiation therapy in the management of specific extranodal lymphomas deserves special attention. Regrettably, the emphasis on drug therapy has overshadowed research efforts to optimise the application of radiation therapy in the management of lymphomas. Recent advances in conformal radiation therapy techniques need to be applied to the management of lymphomas to further improve RT toxicity, while offering the patients the benefits of permanent local disease control.