From virtual to reality: innovative practices of digital twins in tumor therapy.

ABSTRACT:

Background

As global cancer incidence and mortality rise, digital twin technology in precision medicine offers new opportunities for cancer treatment.

Objective

This study aims to systematically analyze the current applications, research trends, and challenges of digital twin technology in tumor therapy, while exploring future directions.

Methods

Relevant literature up to 2024 was retrieved from PubMed, Web of Science, and other databases. Data visualization was performed using R and VOSviewer software. The analysis includes the research initiation and trends, funding models, global research distribution, sample size analysis, and data processing and artificial intelligence applications. Furthermore, the study investigates the specific applications and effectiveness o

SUBMITTER: Shen S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11921680 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature