Advances in CT-based lung function imaging for thoracic radiotherapy

The objective of this review is to examine the potential benefits and challenges of CT-based lung function imaging in radiotherapy over recent decades. This includes reviewing background information, defining related concepts, classifying and reviewing existing studies, and proposing directions for...

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Published in:Frontiers in oncology 2024-09, Vol.14, p.1414337
Main Authors: Bi, Suyan, Yuan, Qingqing, Dai, Zhitao, Sun, Xingru, Wan Sohaimi, Wan Fatihah Binti, Bin Yusoff, Ahmad Lutfi
Format: Article
Language:English
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CT-based functional imaging (CTVI)
four-dimensional CT(4D-CT)
magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Oncology
perfusion imaging
radiotherapy
ventilation imaging
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Summary:The objective of this review is to examine the potential benefits and challenges of CT-based lung function imaging in radiotherapy over recent decades. This includes reviewing background information, defining related concepts, classifying and reviewing existing studies, and proposing directions for further investigation. The lung function imaging techniques reviewed herein encompass CT-based methods, specifically utilizing phase-resolved four-dimensional CT (4D-CT) or end-inspiratory and end-expiratory CT scans, to delineate distinct functional regions within the lungs. These methods extract crucial functional parameters, including lung volume and ventilation distribution, pivotal for assessing and characterizing the functional capacity of the lungs. CT-based lung ventilation imaging offers numerous advantages, notably in the realm of thoracic radiotherapy. By utilizing routine CT scans, additional radiation exposure and financial burdens on patients can be avoided. This imaging technique also enables the identification of different functional areas of the lung, which is crucial for minimizing radiation exposure to healthy lung tissue and predicting and detecting lung injury during treatment. In conclusion, CT-based lung function imaging holds significant promise for improving the effectiveness and safety of thoracic radiotherapy. Nevertheless, challenges persist, necessitating further research to address limitations and optimize clinical utilization. Overall, this review highlights the importance of CT-based lung function imaging as a valuable tool in radiotherapy planning and lung injury monitoring.
ISSN:2234-943X
2234-943X
DOI:10.3389/fonc.2024.1414337