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Comparison of acute and late effect profiles of IMRT, SBRT or proton therapy, relative to each other
| Effects | IMRT | SBRT | Proton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acute effects | |||
| Nausea/vomiting | ++ | + | ++ |
| Diarrhoea | + | − | + |
| Dermatitis | − | − | + |
| Late effects | |||
| GI ulcer/bleed | + | ++ | + |
| GI obstruction | ++ | + | − |
| Bile duct stenosis | + (in dose escalated regimen) | + | Unknown |
IMRT, intensity modulated radiation therapy; SBRT, stereotactic body radiotherapy; GI, gastrointestinal.
