Dosimetric Predictors of Acute Radiation Pneumonitis and Esophagitis in Hypofractionated Thoracic Irradiation of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Patients With Poor Prognostic Factors

This study provides insights into dosimetric factors influencing pneumonitis/esophagitis development in NSCLC patients undergoing hypoRT. While MLD and Dmax emerged as significant predictors of pneumonitis and esophagitis, the small sample size limited the depth of conclusions. Further research with larger cohorts is warranted to validate these observations, potentially optimizing treatment planning and outcomes in this challenging patient population.