OVERVIEW

Pediatric Brain Tumors-2017 is organized by American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO).

Course opens: 01/11/2018
Course expires: 01/10/2021

Accreditation:
The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) designates this Enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Description:
In this new version of the well-received Pediatric Brain Tumor Refresher course, the speakers will cover current recommendations for the management of ependymoma, non germinomatous germ cell tumors and medulloblastoma. They will review appropriate contouring of tumor volumes, normal structures and dose constraints. They will discuss the recent trials in these tumors and the resulting changes in management.

Learning Objectives:
After this session, attendees should be able to:
• Identify and contour CNS normal structures.
• Apply the standard-of-care and latest updates in RT delivery for pediatrics CNS cancers.
• Identify the most recent molecular findings in pediatrics CNS cancer.