Predicting event-free survival after induction of remission in high-risk pediatric neuroblastoma: combining 123I-MIBG SPECT-CT radiomics and clinical factors

  • 0Department of Nuclear Medicine, Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, 95 Yong An Road, Xi Cheng District, Beijing, 100050, China.

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Summary

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A new radiomics nomogram using 123I-metaiodobenzylguanidine (MIBG) SPECT-CT accurately predicts event-free survival in high-risk neuroblastoma. This tool aids in personalized prognosis and treatment decisions, potentially improving patient outcomes.

Area Of Science

  • Oncology
  • Radiology
  • Medical Imaging

Background

  • Accurate event-free survival (EFS) prediction is crucial for guiding treatment decisions in high-risk neuroblastoma.
  • Optimizing therapy based on EFS can minimize side effects and improve patient survival.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To develop and validate a radiomics nomogram using 123I-metaiodobenzylguanidine (MIBG) SPECT-CT.
  • To evaluate its efficacy in predicting EFS after remission induction in high-risk neuroblastoma.

Main Methods

  • Retrospective review of 87 high-risk neuroblastoma patients undergoing 123I-MIBG SPECT-CT.
  • Extraction and analysis of radiomics features from SPECT-CT images.
  • Construction of radiomics, clinical, and combined nomogram models.

Main Results

  • The radiomics model (11 features) outperformed the clinical model in predicting EFS (C-indices up to 0.780 vs. 0.653).
  • The combined radiomics nomogram demonstrated the best predictive performance (C-indices up to 0.819).
  • The nomogram showed strong predictive accuracy in both training and validation cohorts.

Conclusions

  • 123I-MIBG SPECT-CT-based radiomics accurately predicts EFS in high-risk neuroblastoma.
  • The developed nomogram facilitates individualized prognosis assessment.
  • This tool can assist clinicians in optimizing treatment and follow-up strategies, potentially enhancing patient survival.