The transformation of radiation oncology using real-time magnetic resonance guidance: A review.

ABSTRACT: Radiation therapy (RT) is an essential component of effective cancer care and is used across nearly all cancer types. The delivery of RT is becoming more precise through rapid advances in both computing and imaging. The direct integration of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) with linear accelerators represents an exciting development with the potential to dramatically impact cancer research and treatment. These impacts extend beyond improved imaging and dose deposition. Real-time MRI-guided RT is actively transforming the work flows and capabilities of virtually every aspect of RT. It has the opportunity to change entirely the delivery methods and response assessments of numerous malignancies. This review intends to approach the topic of MRI-based RT guidance from a vendor neutral and inter

SUBMITTER: Hall WA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8447225 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature