Intraindividual Comparison of Conventional Three-Dimensional Radiotherapy and Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy in the Therapy of Locally Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

摘要

Local failure is the one of the most frequent cause of tumor related death in locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer (LAD-NSCLC). Dose escalation has the promise of increased loco-regional tumor control but is limited by the tolerances of critical organs.