Radiation Therapy for Anal Squamous Cell Carcinoma: An ASTRO Clinical Practice Guideline
Definitive combined modality therapy using concurrent 5‑fluorouracil or capecitabine plus mitomycin, with cisplatin as a conditional alternative, is recommended for most patients with anal squamous cell carcinoma.
This guideline provides evidence-based recommendations addressing the indications for definitive treatment of primary squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal and anal margin.
Providing evidence-based guidance improves clinical decision‑making for anal squamous cell carcinoma, optimizing treatment efficacy while minimizing toxicity.
Evidence level: Számítógépes vagy elméleti. Modellből vagy adatbányászatból származó jel.
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