Open AccessA simplified mathematical model of solid tumor regrowth with therapies
Author(s) -
Jianjun Paul Tian,
Kendall R. Stone,
Thomas J. Wallin
Publication year - 2009
Publication title -
conference publications
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Book series
DOI - 10.3934/proc.2009.2009.771
Subject(s) - solid tumor , mathematics , computer science , medicine , cancer
A simplified mathematical model of solid tumor regrowth is analyzed. When the model system is disturbed by radiation and chemotherapy, which are given by discontinuous functions, the system loses its smoothness. For the purpose of comparison and verification of therapy efficacy, a weak solution is constructed. Some suggestions about effective combination of treatments are also given.
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