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Head & neck

Head & neck reirradiation:

selection criteria

Treatment

related considerations

Previous treatment plan: previous dose in area of recurrence ≤50Gy

preferred (≥60-70Gy higher risk)

CTV = GTV + margin

Re-irradiation dose:

≥ 60Gy to achieve more local control

Critical structures:

Spinal cord: do not exceed 50Gy (total cumulative dose)

No cases of myelopathy if cumulative doses ≤60Gy in 2Gy equivalent

doses

Brachytherapy for small recurrences in oral cavity and oropharynx

IMRT or SBRT to reduce treatment-related toxicity

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Head & neck

Head & neck reirradiation:

selection criteria

General

considerations

Treatment decision in multidisciplinary team

Consider including patient in clincial trial if possible

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