Radiation therapy (RT) is a curative treatment for many malignancies and provides effective
palliation in patients with tumor‐related symptoms. However, the biophysical effects of RT …

Purpose To review and update the incidence and risk factors for breast cancer-related
lymphedema based on cohort studies. Methods The study was guided by the Joanna Briggs …

PURPOSE To independently evaluate the impact of axillary surgery type and regional lymph
node radiation (RLNR) on breast cancer–related lymphedema (BCRL) rates in patients with …

Objective: The aim of this study was to identify the comprehensive risk factors for
lymphedema, thereby enabling a more informed multidisciplinary treatment decision …

Manual segmentation is the gold standard method for radiation therapy planning; however, it
is time-consuming and prone to inter-and intra-observer variation, giving rise to interests in …

Radiation therapy (RT) is a common adjunct therapy in oncology. However, it carries a
significant risk of lymphedema when utilized in some anatomic locations. Recent studies …

Regional nodal irradiation has gained interest in recent years with the publication of several
important randomized trials and the availability of more conformal techniques. Target …

Purpose Lymphedema after regional nodal irradiation is a severe complication that could be
minimized without significantly compromising nodal coverage if the anatomic region (s) …

Purpose Regional nodal irradiation for women with breast cancer is known to be an
important risk factor for the development of upper extremity lymphedema, but tools to …

Tremendous progress has been made over the past several decades in the treatment of
breast cancer. Mortality and recurrence rates continue to decline. Our ability to tailor patient …