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Seeking the best treatment strategy, the hospice physician referred him to a radiotherapist, who qualified him for sequential radiotherapy. Initially, external beam radiotherapy was administered, delivering a total dose of 30 Gy in 10 fractions using the IMRT technique, which resulted in over 60% tumor regression. Subsequently, an HDR 3D interstitial brachytherapy boost was applied, delivering an additional dose of 24 Gy in 6 fractions. This treatment led to a remarkable resolution of the lesion. Throughout this process, comprehensive supportive care was continuously provided as the patient temporarily developed CTCAE grade 3 oral toxicity, which required intensive local and analgesic therapy for five weeks. Ultimately, the patient\u2019s fitness greatly improved. 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