Do you have any recommended techniques or tips for palliative radiation to a digit (e.g. thumb)?
Would you take any special precautions with dosing or care for fingernail toxicity?
Answer from: Radiation Oncologist at Community Practice
In my experience, I find Electrons very useful for palliating pain inafflicted digits of the fingers. Because I have lost a few fingernails in my day as well, losing one is NOT a major component of my planning emphasis because they, fingernails,do come back if the patient lives long enough. Most pat...