Efficacy and safety analysis of hypofractionated and conventional fractionated radiotherapy in postoperative breast cancer patients.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

In this meta-analysis, we conducted a comparative analysis of the safety and efficacy of hypofractionated and conventional fractionated radiotherapy in individuals who had undergone surgery for breast cancer.

Methods

This study involved a systematic and independent review of relevant research articles published in reputable databases such as PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science. Two investigators conducted the review, which included studies published up to January 3, 2023. The quality of the eligible studies was evaluated and data were extracted using Review Manager software 5.4 (RevMan 5.4) to calculate odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs).

Results

The analysis comprised 35 studies and encompassed a collective sample of 18,2

SUBMITTER: Lu Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10845660 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature