PET/CT for radiotherapy planning of head-âÂÂneck cancer
PET/CT for radiotherapy planning of head-âÂÂneck cancer
PET/CT for radiotherapy planning of head-âÂÂneck cancer
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<strong>PET</strong> <strong>for</strong> Boost definiAon<br />
A boost field involves an important tumor subvolume<br />
! A boost is required <strong>for</strong> areas with<br />
! A high number <strong>of</strong> cells to kill<br />
! Rela3vely radioresistent cells (hypoxia)<br />
! FDG <strong>PET</strong> shows exactly those areas<br />
! <strong>PET</strong> can define a boost area<br />
When <strong>PET</strong> dictates the shape <strong>of</strong> a high-‐dose RT field,<br />
the procedure needs to be highly standardized!<br />
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