Primary RT

Question 1

RT should be given to who?

Answer 1

-px with inoperable tumours
-poor PS or decline surgery
-px with mets disease
-ewing sarcoma px with poor response to chemo

Question 2

Treatment side effects

Answer 2

Erythema of skin
> in pain “flare”
Hairloss in irradiated area
Fatigue
Bowel/bladder irritation