EQD₂ = nd* α Assume a/B (d+(a/B)) (2+(a/B)) BED:= (nd)*(1+ α =2 for late effects and a/B 10 for acute effects 1. Using the Equivalent Dose in 2 Gy Fractions equation, compare the following protocols. Which would have better tumor control? Which would have worse late effects? 42 Gy delivered in 12 fractions; 30 Gy delivered in 5 fractions.

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EQD₂ = nd*
α
Assume a/B
(d+(a/B))
(2+(a/B))
BED:= (nd)*(1+
α
=2 for late effects and a/B 10 for acute effects
1. Using the Equivalent Dose in 2 Gy Fractions equation, compare the following protocols. Which would have better
tumor control? Which would have worse late effects?
42 Gy delivered in 12 fractions; 30 Gy delivered in 5 fractions.
Transcribed Image Text:EQD₂ = nd* α Assume a/B (d+(a/B)) (2+(a/B)) BED:= (nd)*(1+ α =2 for late effects and a/B 10 for acute effects 1. Using the Equivalent Dose in 2 Gy Fractions equation, compare the following protocols. Which would have better tumor control? Which would have worse late effects? 42 Gy delivered in 12 fractions; 30 Gy delivered in 5 fractions.
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