Contour variation is a primary source of error when delivering post prostatectomy radiotherapy: Results of the Trans-Tasman Radiation Oncology Group 08.03 Radiotherapy Adjuvant Versus Early Salvage (RAVES) benchmarking exercise.

Kirrily CloakMichael G JamesonAndrea PaneghelKirsty WiltshireAndrew B KneeboneMaria PearseMark SidhomColin TangCarol Fraser-BrowneLois C HollowayAnnette Haworth

Published in: Journal of medical imaging and radiation oncology (2019)

Variations from protocol were found in the RAVES benchmarking exercise, most notably in CTV and rectum delineation. Inter-observer variability was evident. Incorrect delineation of the rectum impacted on dosimetric compliance with protocol.

Keyphrases

early stage
radiation therapy
high intensity
randomized controlled trial
locally advanced
physical activity
radiation induced
resistance training
robot assisted
rectal cancer
benign prostatic hyperplasia