MRI feature-based radiomics models to predict treatment outcome after stereotactic body radiotherapy for spinal metastases

ConclusionThe MRI-based radiomics models exhibited valuable predictive capability for treatment outcomes in patients with spinal metastases undergoing SBRT.Critical relevance statementRadiomics prediction models have the potential to contribute to clinical decision-making and improve the prognosis of patients with spinal metastases undergoing SBRT.Key points• Stereotactic body radiotherapy effectively delivers high doses of radiation to treat spinal metastases.• Accurate prediction of treatment outcomes has crucial clinical significance.• MRI-based radiomics models demonstrated good performance to predict treatment outcomes.Graphical Abstract
Source: Insights into Imaging - Category: Radiology Source Type: research