Image-Guided Radiation Therapy
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Which imaging techniques can be paired with Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)?

  • MRI only
  • X-ray only
  • MRI, CT, ultrasound, and more (correct)
  • CT only
  • What is the purpose of Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)?

  • To scale the exact size and area of the tumor
  • To monitor the treatment while it is being given (correct)
  • To capture images of the patient after the treatment
  • To compare the position of external setup marks and internal anatomy with the treatment plan
  • When does the oncologist make adjustments during the treatment with IGRT?

  • Before the treatment starts
  • During the treatment (correct)
  • After the treatment ends
  • Only if the patient requests it
  • What is the rationale of IGRT treatment?

    <p>To image the patient just before treatment and compare the position of external setup marks and internal anatomy with the treatment plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does using MRI with the IGRT machine help during treatment?

    <p>It helps with monitoring the patient during treatment and the movement of the tumor</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)

    • Imaging techniques that can be paired with IGRT include: CT, MRI, PET, and ultrasound.
    • The purpose of IGRT is to ensure precise and accurate delivery of radiation to the tumor site, while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissue.
    • During IGRT, the oncologist makes adjustments to the treatment in real-time, based on continuous imaging and monitoring of the tumor's position and movement.
    • The rationale of IGRT treatment is to increase the therapeutic ratio, meaning to maximize the dose of radiation to the tumor while minimizing the dose to surrounding healthy tissue.
    • Using MRI with the IGRT machine helps during treatment by providing high-quality, soft-tissue images in real-time, allowing for accurate tracking and targeting of the tumor, even in areas with complex anatomy.

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