A contemporary review of radiation pneumonitis. Issue 4 (July 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Ullah, Tofura; Patel, Harsh; Pena, Grace M.; Shah, Rakesh; Fein, Alan M.
• Is Part Of: Current opinion in pulmonary medicine. Volume 26:Issue 4(2020:Jul.)
• Publication Date: 2020-07
• Subjects: lung cancer -- radiation pneumonitis -- radiation therapy -- radiation-induced lung injury; Respiratory organs -- Diseases -- Periodicals; 616.24
• DOI: 10.1097/MCP.0000000000000682
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1070-5287

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose of review: The current article reviews recent literature and summarizes the current understanding, diagnosis, risk, predictors, and management of radiation pneumonitis. Recent findings: We discuss the different parameters that contribute to radiation toxicity, the potential biomarkers that predict the risk, and mitigators of radiation pneumonitis. Summary: Radiotherapy aims to provide care and a better quality of life in cancer patients however with complications. Radiation pneumonitis is important to recognize to appropriately plan and care for this population.