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[Radiotherapy of cutaneous lymphomas]
Y M Kirova1, Y Piedbois, Q Pan
1Département de cancérologie, hôpital Henri-Mondor, Créteil, France.
Summary
Radiotherapy is effective for treating various cutaneous lymphomas. Total skin electron beam radiation therapy benefits superficial mycosis fungoides, while palliative radiotherapy helps advanced cases.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Dermatology
- Radiation Oncology
Background:
- Cutaneous lymphomas are a group of malignant neoplasms affecting the skin.
- Radiotherapy is a cornerstone in managing various hematologic malignancies, including skin cancers.
- Treatment strategies for cutaneous lymphomas vary based on disease stage and subtype.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the role and efficacy of radiotherapy in treating cutaneous lymphomas.
- To highlight specific radiotherapy techniques for different forms of cutaneous lymphomas.
- To define indications for palliative radiotherapy in advanced cutaneous lymphoma cases.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on radiotherapy for cutaneous lymphomas.
- Analysis of treatment outcomes for different lymphoma subtypes and stages.
- Evaluation of the role of total skin electron beam radiation therapy (TSEB) and palliative radiotherapy.
Main Results:
- Total skin electron beam radiation therapy is effective for limited and superficial mycosis fungoides.
- Radiotherapy shows efficiency in treating locally advanced non-epidermotropic lymphomas.
- Palliative radiotherapy is indicated for advanced, nodular, treatment-resistant cutaneous lymphomas and lymphadenopathies.
Conclusions:
- Radiotherapy is a vital treatment modality for cutaneous lymphomas.
- Specific radiotherapy approaches, including TSEB, offer significant benefits for early-stage disease.
- Palliative radiotherapy provides symptom relief and disease control in advanced stages.