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Main adverse effects of palliative thoracic radiotherapy treatment as recorded by clinicians. Values are No of patients
| Adverse effect | Immediate treatment (n=115) | Delayed treatment (n=115) |
|---|---|---|
| Dysphagia | 14 | 6 |
| Chest pain | 2 | 3 |
| Nausea and/or vomiting | 3 | 2 |
| Lethargy | 2 | 1 |
| Anorexia | 1 | 1 |
| Radiation pneumonitis | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 24 | 12 |
