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Radiation-induced pneumonitis: literature review and clinical case

Introduction and Objectives: Most cancer patients need radiotherapy treatments. In chest irradiation, a possible serious complication is Radiation-Induced lung Injury, an entity that encompasses radiation-induced pneumonitis and radiation fibrosis. Radiation-induced pneumonitis occurs in 5-20% of patients and may be asymptomatic or symptomatic, which can affect the quality of life of patients. Materials and Met...