Tumor Motion Control in the Treatment of Non Small Cell Lung Cancer

Abstract

Tumor motion due to respiration during radiation therapy for non-small cell lung cancer is a significant problem. This article reports on two techniques used to control tumor motion: respiratory gating and the deep inspiration breath hold technique. This technique was implemented in 40 patients without significant difficulties and there are encouraging clinical outcomes.

• Non small cell lung cancer
• Respiration
• Respiratory gating
• Deep inspiration breath hold technique