Title:Radiotherapy for Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer
Volume: 12
Issue: 2
Author(s): Khanh Vu, Patricia Tai and Joseph S.K. Au
Affiliation:
Keywords:
Intensity-modulated radiotherapy, linear accelerator, othovoltage, skin tumor, superficial xray,
treatment, Xoft.
Abstract: This review summarizes techniques, indications and contraindications for radiotherapy
for non-melanoma skin cancer. Different radiotherapy techniques including
brachytherapy, electron treatments, photon treatments with electronic brachytherapy, linear
accelerator, and orthovoltage machines are available. Radiation oncologists have to select
the best technique for different sites and scenarios. Details of specific radiotherapeutic
preparation and clinical care discussed in this review will be of great help to the reader at
the point of care.
