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Extensive Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma of the Feet Treated with High-Dose-Rate Brachytherapy and External Beam Radiation.

Authors :
Tao, Joy
Hentz, Courtney
Mysz, Michael L.
Rashed, Issra
Eilers, David
Swan, James
Tung, Rebecca
Emami, Bahman
Source :
Case Reports in Dermatological Medicine; 8/7/2018, p1-6, 6p
Publication Year :
2018

Abstract

Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) is a chronic, debilitating disease that has a severe impact on quality of life. We present a patient with multiple CTCL lesions on the bilateral feet, which impaired his ability to ambulate. His lesions on both feet were successfully treated with a total of 8 Gy in two fractions via high-dose-rate surface brachytherapy using the Freiburg Flap applicator. The deeper aspects of the bulkier lesions on the left foot were boosted with electron beam therapy. The radiation therapy was well tolerated, and the patient was able to regain his mobility after completing radiation therapy. To our knowledge, there are few reports utilizing brachytherapy in treating CTCL. Our case describes treatment of larger, more extensive CTCL lesions than previously reported. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20906463
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Case Reports in Dermatological Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
131119386
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/5610925