RTOG 0413/NSABP B-39
PBI Workshop at RTOG Semi-Annual Meeting
January 22, 2005
Phoenix, AZ

Moderators: D. Arthur, J. White

  1. Protocol overview:
    1. Rationale, Schema, Scientific Endpoints - Frank Vicini, M.D.
    2. Eligibility and Ineligibility Criteria - Rachel Rabinovitch, M.D.
    3. QOL Component - Robert Kuske, M.D.
    4. NSABP/RTOG Collaboration - Thomas Julian, M.D.

  2. Protocol Treatment & QA:
    1. Surgical Perspective - Thomas Julian, M.D.
    2. Partial Breast Irradiation - Doug Arthur, M.D.
      1. 3DCRT, Mammosite, Catheters
        1. Volume definitions for contouring
        2. Dose Parameters
      2. Q/A process
        1. Rapid vs. timely vs. random reviews
        2. Feedback to institution
      3. Submitting information to the ITC
    3. Whole Breast Irradiation - Julia White, M.D.
      1. Protocol methods
      2. Q/A Process - Betty Martin

  3. Getting Ready at Your Institution:
    1. Suggested Approach for Patient Process/Flow - David Parda, M.D.
    2. Credentialing - Geoff Ibbott, Ph.D.