Is radical radiotherapy effective for elderly patients with muscle invasive bladder cancer

2018 
506Background: Radical radiotherapy (RT) is a curative option for muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC), and offers the chance of bladder preservation. RT and radical cystectomy have not been compared in an RCT, but landmark trials of RT +/- concurrent systemic therapy have demonstrated outcomes comparable to surgery. In clinical practice, patients are often older and less fit compared to trials, and consequently may not be fit for concurrent chemotherapy which may impact treatment outcomes. Methods: A retrospective review of all patients aged 70 years or older treated with radical RT for MIBC from January 2010 – October 2016. Minimum 12 months follow-up. iSOFT manager for used for clinical data and MOSAIQ for radiotherapy parameters. Statistical analysis performed using Stata version 11.2. Results: 71 patients were identified. Male: female ratio 3:1 and median age 79 (range 71 – 93). Median performance status (PS) 1. 81.7% of patients had pT2 disease or greater, 77.5% of patients underwent TURBT prior to...
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