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Table 2 Organs at risk dose constraints

From: SAFESTEREO: phase II randomized trial to compare stereotactic radiosurgery with fractionated stereotactic radiosurgery for brain metastases

 

1 fraction (Gy)

3 fractions (Gy)

5 fractions (Gy)

 

Optimal

Mandatory

Optimal

Mandatory

Optimal

Mandatory

Brainstem Dmax

10

18

24

27

23

30

Cochlea Dmean

4

9

17

20

22

25

Chiasm Dmax

8

10

15

23

20

25

Lens Dmax

1

3

2

4

3

5

Optic nerves Dmax

8

10

15

23

22

25

Pituary gland Dmean

8

10

15

23

22

25

  1. Dmax Maximum dose, Dmean Mean dose
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