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Assessing the Ompact of Neutral Pelvic Positioning on Bone Repositioning Quality in Pelvic Radiotherapy Patients

Sponsor: Centre Leon Berard

Summary

This study explores whether achieving a neutral pelvic position improves bone repositioning quality for patients undergoing pelvic radiotherapy. While Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT) and Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT) have enhanced target volume precision and reduced side effects, effective patient positioning remains crucial. However, rotational adjustments are limited without a specialized robotic table. Current immobilization devices, customizable or not, show limited impact on positioning accuracy, with mixed results on the use of knee and foot supports. A pilot study identified significant rotational variation, and to address this, a "glute bridge" maneuver is proposed to ensure a neutral pelvic position. This randomized study will evaluate the impact of this maneuver on positioning quality when combined with immobilization and skin markers.

Official title: Evaluation of the Interest of a "Neutral Pelvic Positioning" on the Quality of Bone Repositioning in Patients Receiving Pelvic Radiotherapy

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