Consensus on the integrated application of domestic radiotherapy equipment-homogenized IMRT of nasopharyngeal carcinoma: radiotherapy

Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) is the standard radiotherapy technique for nasopharyngeal carcinoma. In recent years, domestic radiotherapy equipment has been gradually recognized in the market, and widely applied in the hospitals at all levels. Radiotherapy technique heavily relies on the combination of modern equipment and multi-disciplinary professionals. Based on the present gaps in the performance between domestic and imported radiotherapy equipment, we drafted this consensus in accordance with the national relevant laws and regulations after referring to relevant guidelines, consensus and professional books at home and abroad, aiming to standardize the basic equipment and technical requirements for the integrated application of domestic radiotherapy equipment in the positioning and planning design of IMRT for nasopharyngeal carcinoma and define the process of diagnosis and treatment, thereby achieving the homogenization of IMRT for nasopharyngeal carcinoma between primary and Grade III Level A hospitals and improving clinical benefits for patients. (authors)