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Medscape Conference Coverage, based on selected sessions at the:
American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology 46th Annual Meeting
October 3 - 7, 2004, Atlanta, Georgia

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Highlights of the 46th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ASTRO) CME
Physicians - up to 1.0 hour(s) of AMA PRA category 1 credit
Report From the Front: Plenary Session Shows Expanding Role for Radiation Therapy
Avraham Eisbruch, MD
New Forays in Head and Neck Cancer Management
Avraham Eisbruch, MD
Elevating Dose Levels Elicits Improved Prostate Cancer Outcomes
Avraham Eisbruch, MD
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PSA "Bounce" After Radiation for Prostate Cancer Does Not Appear Related to Survival, Cure 10/7/04
[Medscape Medical News]
In this study of nearly 5000 patients, those with a rebound in PSA levels were not more likely to die of prostate cancer.
Delay in Radiation Treatment After Prostate Cancer Diagnosis May Not Affect Outcome 10/6/04
[Medscape Medical News]
Men who delay radiation therapy for 3 months have outcomes similar to men who started immediately.
Intensity Modulated Radiation Reduces Dose to the Contralateral Breast 10/6/04
[Medscape Medical News]
For primary breast irradiation, this technique may provide benefits for contralateral breast and surrounding tissues.

 
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