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Treatment Intent
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Radical
Intended to cure, not palliate
Conventional fraction size,
typically 1.8- 2Gy per fraction
Frequently high total dose
Frequently risk normal tissue
tolerances
Concern regarding late
normal tissue complications
Goal: cure whilst minimizing
side effects
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Palliative
Intended to relieve symptoms
Typically hypofractionated eg
>2Gy per fraction
Typically modest total dose
May cause acute side effects
Limited lifespan, less concern
regarding late side effects
Goal: improve quality of life