Assessing Deformable Image Registration Accuracy in Cervical Brachytherapy Using A 3D Model Phantom

Cervical brachytherapy (BT) is a critical component in the definitive treatment for patients with cervical cancer. Current American Brachytherapy Society and GEC-ESTRO Working group guidelines recommend a 3D treatment planning approach for cervical brachytherapy1-3. Tumor delineation using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is superior to CT-guided contouring, resulting in improved local control, cancer specific survival, and overall survival4. Unfortunately, the logistics and cost of obtaining post implantation MRI is impractical for most Radiation Oncology Departments.

Source: International Journal of Radiation Oncology * Biology * Physics - September 10, 2020 Category: Radiology Authors: Vonetta Williams, Sarah Geneser, Christina Brunnquell, Landon Wootton, Lori Young, Juergen Meyer, Brandon Dyer Source Type: research