Long-term complications of pelvic radiotherapy

Authors

  • Hannah Simonds University of Stellenbosch

Keywords:

pelvic, radiotherapy, complications

Abstract

Complications following pelvic radiation are frequently under-reported and inadequately addressed. This overview examines the nature and the intensity of complications encountered by cancer survivors; it focuses specifically on gastrointestinal and vaginal complications, and the problems surrounding the methods of recording and assessing toxicities.

Author Biography

  • Hannah Simonds, University of Stellenbosch
    MBChB(UCT), MRCP(UK), FRCR(UK), PG Dip HE(UCT) Division of Radiation Oncology Tygerberg Hospital/University of Stellenbosch Stellenbosch

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Published

2010-10-06

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 2 (2010)

Section

Review Articles

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South African Journal of Gynaecological Oncology (SAJGO) Copyright is held by South African Society of Gynaecologic Oncology (SASGO). Copyright of the articles is held by the authors. The work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non-Commercial Works 4.0 South Africa License (CC BY NC). Material submitted for publication in the SAJGO is accepted provided it has not been published elsewhere. The SAJGO does not hold itself responsible for statements made by the authors. The opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors. They do no purport to reflect the opinions or views of SASGO or its members.