Zhi Chen, Zihan Li, Yu-Hua Huang, Tianyu Xiong, Xinzhi Teng, Bing Li, John Kipritidis, Paul J Keall, Joseph M Reinhardt, Hong Ge, Ge Ren, Jing Cai
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Abstract
Lung function imaging, with a specific focus on quantifying ventilation and perfusion, has gained increasing recognition within the field of functional lung avoidance radiation therapy (FLART), a technique that incorporates functional information to minimize radiation exposure to healthy lung tissue. This review critically analyzes multiple categories of clinical imaging modalities, including nuclear medicine imaging, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging, which can assess the spatial distribution of lung functions. Each modality presents unique strengths in providing valuable information for FLART, yet they also have their limitations, which are detailed in this review. Furthermore, we discuss the current challenges limiting the broader implementation of lung function imaging and FLART in clinical practice. Future research directions and potential solutions are also outlined, to enable lung function imaging to play a more significant role in FLART, leading to personalized lung cancer management and improved patient outcomes.
期刊介绍:
Seminars in Nuclear Medicine is the leading review journal in nuclear medicine. Each issue brings you expert reviews and commentary on a single topic as selected by the Editors. The journal contains extensive coverage of the field of nuclear medicine, including PET, SPECT, and other molecular imaging studies, and related imaging studies. Full-color illustrations are used throughout to highlight important findings. Seminars is included in PubMed/Medline, Thomson/ISI, and other major scientific indexes.