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Image Guidance in Radiation Therapy: Techniques, Accuracy, and Limitations
Dimitris N Mihailidis1, Taoran Li1
1University of Pennsylvania, USA.
Medical Physics
|December 11, 2020
Summary
This book covers image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) technologies and applications. Experts discuss X-ray, surface, ultrasound, and MR imaging for radiotherapy guidance, algorithms, and future research.
Area of Science:
- Medical physics
- Radiation oncology
- Radiotherapy technology
Background:
- The American Association of Physicists in Medicine 2018 Summer School proceedings focus on advancements in radiation therapy.
- Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) is crucial for precise tumor targeting and minimizing off-target radiation exposure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of current IGRT technology, applications, and development.
- To consolidate expert knowledge on various imaging modalities used in radiotherapy guidance.
Main Methods:
- Compilation of chapters contributed by world experts in IGRT.
- Inclusion of discussions on fundamental algorithms and ongoing research in the field.
Main Results:
- Detailed exploration of X-ray, surface, ultrasound, and magnetic resonance (MR) imaging applications in radiotherapy.
- Insights into the practical implementation and developmental trajectory of IGRT.
Conclusions:
- IGRT represents a rapidly evolving field with significant impact on radiation oncology.
- Future directions and ongoing research highlight the continuous innovation in image-guided cancer treatment.
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