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¹Universitätsklinik für Radiodiagnostik, Medizinische Universität Wien, Währinger Gürtel 18-20, 1090, Wien, Österreich. peter.brader@meduniwien.ac.at

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Oncologic imaging uses techniques like CT and MRI to stage cancer, guiding treatment and prognosis. It is also vital for monitoring therapy effectiveness using RECIST and WHO criteria.

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Area of Science:

Radiology
Oncology
Medical Imaging

Background:

Oncologic imaging is crucial for cancer staging and treatment planning.
Conventional techniques like ultrasound, CT, and MRI are used for morphological description.
Accurate staging informs prognosis and therapeutic strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the role of oncologic imaging in cancer staging and treatment monitoring.
To discuss the application of TNM staging and RECIST/WHO criteria.
To address the challenges posed by advancements in oncology and imaging technology.

Main Methods:

Utilizes conventional imaging modalities: ultrasound (US), computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Applies standardized criteria for tumor staging (TNM system) and treatment response evaluation (RECIST, WHO).

Main Results:

Morphological description of primary tumors aids in accurate TNM staging.
Imaging facilitates assessment of lymph node involvement and distant metastases.
Oncologic imaging is essential for visualizing and quantifying treatment effects.

Conclusions:

Oncologic imaging is indispensable for accurate cancer staging, treatment planning, and prognosis.
It plays a critical role in monitoring therapeutic response according to established criteria.
The rapid evolution of oncology and imaging presents ongoing challenges and opportunities for radiologists.