Proton Beam Therapy for Breast Cancer

Crit Rev Oncog. 2024;29(3):67-82. doi: 10.1615/CritRevOncog.2023050319.

Abstract

Given the radiobiological and physical properties of the proton, proton beam therapy has the potential to be advantageous for many patients compared with conventional radiotherapy by limiting toxicity and improving patient outcomes in specific breast cancer scenarios.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Breast Neoplasms* / radiotherapy
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Proton Therapy* / methods
  • Protons

Substances

  • Protons