A5021099491- Advanced Radiotherapy Techniques
- Breast Cancer Treatment Studies
- Endometrial and Cervical Cancer Treatments
- Management of metastatic bone disease
- Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Advances in Oncology and Radiotherapy
- Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
- Ovarian cancer diagnosis and treatment
- Breast Lesions and Carcinomas
- Gut microbiota and health
- Cancer survivorship and care
- Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
- Head and Neck Cancer Studies
- Ultrasound and Hyperthermia Applications
- Radiomics and Machine Learning in Medical Imaging
- Effects of Radiation Exposure
- Medical Imaging Techniques and Applications
- Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research
- Endometriosis Research and Treatment
- Tryptophan and brain disorders
- Menopause: Health Impacts and Treatments
- Intraperitoneal and Appendiceal Malignancies
- Cancer-related cognitive impairment studies
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
Royal North Shore Hospital
2009-2024
North Shore Hospital
2023
Mater Misericordiae Hospital
2020-2021
Mater Health Services
2020-2021
University of Toronto
2010-2013
Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
2010-2013
University Health Network
2011-2013
Our purpose was to report outcomes of a novel palliative radiation therapy protocol that omits computed tomography simulation and prospectively collects electronic patient-reported (ePROs).Patients receiving extracranial, nonstereotactic, linear accelerator-based who met inclusion criteria (no mask-based immobilization diagnostic within 4 weeks) were eligible. Global pain scored with the 11-point numerical rating scale (NPRS). Patients coded as having osseous or soft tissue metastases...
Abstract Introduction We report on a retrospective dosimetric study, comparing 3D conformal radiotherapy ( 3DCRT ) and hybrid intensity modulated hIMRT ). evaluated plans based their planning target volume coverage, dose homogeneity, to organs at risk OAR s) exposure of normal tissue radiation. The Homogeneity Index HI was used assess the homogeneity in region, we describe new index, index NTI ), inside tangent treatment portal. Methods Plans were generated for 25 early‐stage breast cancer...
This patterns of practice study was conducted on behalf the RANZCR Breast Interest Group in order to document current radiotherapy practices for breast cancer Australia and New Zealand. The survey identifies variations highlights potential contentious aspects management cancer.A fifty-eight question disseminated via Survey Monkey digital platform 388 Radiation Oncologists Zealand.In total, 156 responses were received collated. Areas notable consensus among respondents included...
Abstract Introduction Aimed to develop a simple and robust volumetric modulated arc radiotherapy (VMAT) solution for comprehensive lymph node (CLN) breast cancer without increase in low‐dose wash. Methods Forty CLN‐breast patient data sets were utilised knowledge‐based planning (KBP) VMAT model, which limits wash using iterative learning base‐tangential methods as benchmark. Another twenty employed validate the model comparing KBP‐generated ipsilateral (ipsi‐VMAT) plans against benchmarked...
Abstract Introduction To create and clinically validate knowledge‐based planning (KBP) models for gynaecologic (GYN) rectal cancer patients. Assessment of ecologic generalisability predictive validity conventional versus single calculation KBP was reviewed against practical metrics time (PT) radiation oncologist plan preference. Method Study cohorts were 34 42 consecutively treated GYN patients dosimetrically archived within the centre’s research databank. For model training, structures dose...
A survey of radiation oncologists (RO) in Australia and New Zealand was undertaken to determine how they would plan treat the supraclavicular fossa (SCF) women with breast cancer. From 259 surveys sent February March 2007 there were 168 responses (65%) 124 these from RO who managed The study demonstrated a wide variation placement SCF field differences treatment prescription. With widespread availability CT for simulation it be worthwhile explore routine voluming lymph nodes (LN) ensure is...
Abstract Introduction The clinical target volume ( CTV ) for early stage breast cancer is difficult to clearly identify on planning computed tomography CT scans. Surgical clips inserted around the tumour bed should help , particularly if seroma has been reabsorbed, and enable tracking of changes over time. Methods A surgical clip‐based delineation protocol was introduced. visibility its post‐operative shrinkage pattern were assessed. subjects 27 patients receiving radiotherapy alone 15...
Until late 2018, standard of practice at the Northern Sydney Cancer Centre (NSCC) for breast and nodal treatment was a conformal mono-isocentric technique. A planning study comparing an existing three-dimensional radiotherapy (3D-CRT) technique to hybrid intensity-modulated (hIMRT) approach whole supraclavicular fossa (SCF) region undertaken with aim improve plan quality by improving dose conformity/homogeneity across target volumes reducing hotspots outside target.
Abstract Introduction The aim was to determine which immobilisation device improved inter‐fraction reproducibly of pelvic tilt and required the least pre‐treatment setup planning interventions. Methods Sixteen patients were retrospectively reviewed, eight immobilised using BodyFIX system (BodyFIX®, Elekta, Stockholm, Sweden) Butterfly Board (BB) (Bionix Radiation Therapy, Toledo, OH, USA). daily images reviewed assess variations between each patient groups for tilt, pubic symphysis, sacral...
Abstract Background Deep inspiration breath hold (DIBH) reduces radiotherapy cardiac dose for left-sided breast cancer patients. The primary aim of the BRAVEHeart (Breast Radiotherapy Audio Visual Enhancement sparing Heart) trial is to assess accuracy and usability a novel device, Breathe Well, DIBH guidance Well will be compared an adapted widely available monitoring system, Real-time Position Management system (RPM). Methods single institution prospective randomised two devices. RPM during...