Toward a deep learning-based magnetic resonance imaging only workflow for postimplant dosimetry in I-125 seed brachytherapy for prostate cancer

The current standard imaging-technique for creating postplans in seed prostate brachytherapy is computed tomography (CT), that is associated with additional radiation exposure and poor soft tissue contrast. To establish a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) only workflow combining improved tissue contrast and high seed detectability, a deep learning-approach for automatic seed segmentation on MRI-scans was developed.

Source: Brachytherapy - November 25, 2023 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Johanna Grigo, Andre Karius, Jannis Hanspach, Lion M ücke, Frederik B. Laun, Yixing Huang, Vratislav Strnad, Rainer Fietkau, Christoph Bert, Florian Putz Tags: Original Article Source Type: research