Table 3.
Distribution of patients by radiation induced dermatitis and mucositis and response
| Variables | Open Technique (Frequency) | 3DCRT Technique (Frequency) | χ2 (df) | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age | ||||
| <52 | 10 | 10 | 0.1.00(1) | 0.752 |
| ≥52 | 9 | 11 | ||
| Sex | ||||
| Male | 19 | 2 | 0.358(1) | 0.550 |
| Female | 16 | 3 | ||
| Skin Toxicity | ||||
| Grade1 | 1 | 12 | 13.201(2) | 0.001 |
| Grade 2 | 16 | 9 | ||
| Grade 3 | 2 | .0 | ||
| Mucosa Toxicity | ||||
| Grade1 | 1 | 1 | 1.591(2) | 0.451 |
| Grade 2 | 9 | 14 | ||
| Grade 3 | 9 | 6 | ||
| Tumor response | ||||
| Grade1 | 9 | 12 | 0.530(2) | 0.767 |
| Grade 2 | 3 | 2 | ||
| Grade 3 | - | - | ||
3DCRT: Three-Dimensional Conformal Radiotherapy