Radiation therapy – Patients with p53 mutations

Practice Point

Radiation therapy – Patients with p53 mutations

Wherever possible avoid radiation therapy in patients with p53 genetic mutations.

How this guidance was developed

No evidence-based source recommendation was identified for this topic, which was considered an important aspect of care due to the increased risk of radiation-induced malignancy in these patients. This practice point was developed using an expert consensus process. 

Radiation therapy – Patients with p53 mutations

Practice Point

Wherever possible avoid radiation therapy in patients with p53 genetic mutations.

Principles in action
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Safe and quality care

No evidence-based source recommendation was identified for this topic, which was considered an important aspect of care due to the increased risk of radiation-induced malignancy in these patients. This practice point was developed using an expert consensus process.