accelerated fractionation

accelerated fractionation

The delivery of radiation at a rate of accumulation that is up to 50% faster than that of standard fractionation, which substantially decreased duration of therapy and decreased potential for tumour repopulation between fractions.

accelerated fractionation

Radiation oncology The delivery of radiation at a rate of accumulation that is up to 50% faster than that of standard fractionation, which substancially ↓ duration of therapy, and ↓ potential for tumor repopulation between fractions. See Fractionation. Cf Hyperfractionation.