Conformal Radiation Therapy for Childhood CNS Tumors

Conformal Radiation Therapy for Childhood CNS Tumors David G. Kirsch, Nancy J. Tarbell Oncologist 2004; 9: 442-450 Author Information and Disclosures Target Audience: Physicians who wish to advance their current knowledge of clinical cancer medicine in pediatric oncology and are involved in providing patient care in a cancer care environment. Method of Physician Participation: Read course materials, complete course quiz and evaluation form (optional). Learning Objectives After completing this course, the reader should be able to: Describe the difference between conventional and conformal radiation therapy. Explain why conformal radiation therapy may decrease the long-term side effects of treatment. Compare the potential risks for a radiation-induced malignancy from proton radiation therapy and intensity-modulated radiation therapy with photons (x-rays). The NIH/FAES designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME Activity Information Accreditation CME Instructions For Credit Privacy Statement Hardware/Software Requirements Release Date: July 21, 2004 Most Recent Review: July 21, 2004* Most Recent Update: July 21, 2004 Date Credit Expires: Apr. 10, 2007 Time to Complete: 1 hour Medium: Internet Online *Click here to learn more about our review process.