Clinical oncologyPub Date : 2024-10-09DOI: 10.1016/j.clon.2024.10.006
S. Goyal , K. Periasamy , T. Dey , P. Vias , G. Trivedi , G. Ghera , R. Madan , H. Prashar , D. Khosla , R. Mavuduru , G.S. Bora
{"title":"Adjuvant Radiotherapy in Bladder Cancers: A Dosimetric Study Focusing on Ileal Conduit Sparing","authors":"S. Goyal , K. Periasamy , T. Dey , P. Vias , G. Trivedi , G. Ghera , R. Madan , H. Prashar , D. Khosla , R. Mavuduru , G.S. Bora","doi":"10.1016/j.clon.2024.10.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.clon.2024.10.006","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>To compare ileal conduit (IC) and other organ at risk (OAR) dosimetry between treatment techniques in a prospective cohort of patients planned for adjuvant radiotherapy (RT) after radical cystectomy and IC reconstruction.</div></div><div><h3>Methods and materials</h3><div>Computed tomography (CT datasets of twenty patients who underwent adjuvant RT were obtained and used prospectively for delineation of target volumes (primary and nodal) and OARs, including IC, uretero-ileal anastomosis and ileal stoma using a specified protocol for simulation including a delayed CT to identify IC. Three RT plans were generated for each patient for a dose of 54 gray (Gy) in 27 fractions (PTV V95% >95%): 3-dimensional conformal radiotherapy (3DCRT) with (3DCRT_S) and without (3DCRT_N) stoma shielding, and volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT), with OAR constraints specified for VMAT plans (IC: Dmax<54Gy, V50Gy < 20 cc). Constraints were given for other pelvic OARs (bowel, rectum, femur heads) as per published literature. Plans were evaluated for target coverage as well as OAR doses; in particular, IC and ileal stoma). ANOVA test was used to compare medians of achieved doses, and a p-value <0.05 was statistically significant.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The median IC volume was 63.34 (55.29–82.93) cc. The cranial end of IC was at L5 or L4 vertebral level in 95% of patients and caudal level at S2 or S3 in 80% of patients. In contrast, the ileal stoma spanned from L4 or L5 vertebral level cranially (100%) to L5 level caudally (80%). PTV V95% was similar for 3DCRT_N and VMAT plans while it was significantly lower for 3DCRT_S in areas of ileal stoma shielding (99.95% vs 99.01% vs 96.29%, p < 0.01). Median IC V50Gy was comparable in 3DCRT_N (38.81 cc) and 3DCRT_S (35.62 cc) while it was significantly lower in the VMAT plan (17.05 cc, p < 0.01). IC Dmax did not differ significantly between the three plans. On the other hand, when 3DCRT_N, 3DCRT_S, and VMAT plans were compared for ileal stoma doses, Dmean was comparable (11.93 Gy vs 7.41 Gy vs 9.54 Gy, p = 0.06) while Dmax was significantly higher for 3DCRT_N plan and least for VMAT plan (35.32 Gy vs 27.57 Gy vs 24.22 Gy, p < 0.01). VMAT plans fared significantly better than both 3DCRT plans for uretero-ileal anastomosis, bowel, and rectal dosimetry.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Ileal stoma shielding in 3DCRT compromises PTV coverage but does not spare IC effectively. Sparing IC with VMAT is feasible without compromising PTV coverage. Dosimetric gains with VMAT are expected to benefit patients needing higher pelvic RT doses and nodal RT by reducing the risk of anastomotic and mucosal complications. Clinical benefits should be evaluated in a prospective protocol.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10403,"journal":{"name":"Clinical oncology","volume":"37 ","pages":"Article 103654"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2024-10-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142593879","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Clinical oncologyPub Date : 2024-10-05DOI: 10.1016/j.clon.2024.10.004
H Zeng, H Wang, S Liu, X Xu
{"title":"Concurrent Chemoradiotherapy versus Radiotherapy Alone in the Treatment of Stage II and T3N0M0 Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.","authors":"H Zeng, H Wang, S Liu, X Xu","doi":"10.1016/j.clon.2024.10.004","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clon.2024.10.004","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aims: </strong>The efficacy of concurrent chemoradiotherapy (CCRT) for Stage II and T3N0 nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC), particularly during the shift from two-dimensional conventional radiotherapy (2DCRT) to intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) is debated.Therefore this study aims to systematically evaluate and meta-analyze survival benefits of CCRT versus radiotherapy alone for Stage II and T3N0 NPC, stratified by radiotherapy techniques.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>As of April 1, 2024, we conducted an exhaustive literature search across databases such as PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science, with the aim of identifying and screening studies that compare the efficacy of CCRT versus radiotherapy alone in the treatment of Stage II and T3N0 NPC.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 10 studies encompassing 5015 patients were included in this comprehensive analysis. The findings indicate that, apart from progression-free survival (PFS), CCRT did not improve survival outcomes, including overall survival (OS), distant metastasis-free survival (DMFS), local recurrence-free survival (LRRFS), and failure-free survival (FFS), with all P values exceeding 0.05. Concurrently, the incidence of grade ≥3 adverse events associated with CCRT was significantly elevated (odds ratio [OR] = 3.77, 95% confidence interval [CI] = 2.75-5.15, P < 0.0001). Subgroup analysis revealed that, compared with RT, the combination of 2DCRT with concurrent chemotherapy significantly improved OS (hazard ratio [HR] = 0.57, 95% CI = 0.46-0.71, P < 0.00001), PFS (HR = 0.65, 95% CI=0.53-0.78, P < 0.00001), DMFS (HR = 0.54, 95% CI = 0.37-0.79, P = 0.002), and LRRFS (HR = 0.63, 95% CI = 0.49-0.82, P = 0.0005). In contrast, the combination of IMRT with concurrent chemotherapy failed to demonstrate improvements in OS, PFS, DMFS, or LRRFS, with all P values exceeding 0.05.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>In contrast with RT, CCRT did not enhance survival in stage II and T3N0 NPC patients, yet caused more adverse reactions. 2DCRT combined with concurrent chemotherapy significantly improved OS, PFS, DMFS, and LRRFS, while IMRT with concurrent chemotherapy showed no clinical benefits.</p>","PeriodicalId":10403,"journal":{"name":"Clinical oncology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2024-10-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142496326","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Clinical oncologyPub Date : 2024-10-05DOI: 10.1016/j.clon.2024.10.002
R de Oliveira Frederice, A A L Pereira, G V Arruda, A G Gouveia, F E M de Andrade, L J Mori, R D M Linck, A K Shimada, S A Hanna, F Y de Moraes, G N Marta
{"title":"Characteristics and Survival Outcomes of Male Breast Cancer in Brazil: A Large Population-Based Study.","authors":"R de Oliveira Frederice, A A L Pereira, G V Arruda, A G Gouveia, F E M de Andrade, L J Mori, R D M Linck, A K Shimada, S A Hanna, F Y de Moraes, G N Marta","doi":"10.1016/j.clon.2024.10.002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clon.2024.10.002","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aims: </strong>This study evaluated the clinicopathological characteristics, treatment trends, and overall survival (OS) in male breast cancer (BC) in Sao Paulo State of Brazil.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Men diagnosed with invasive breast cancer between January 2000 and June 2020 were identified from Fundação Oncocentro de Sao Paulo database encompasses data pertinent to 46 million residents of the Sao Paulo State of Brazil. Patients were described according to age, education level, clinical stage, treatment modalities, and medical practice. Categorical variables were described as percentages and frequencies. Demographic, treatment factors, and OS were associated using a Cox proportional hazard regression model while accounting for different lengths of participant follow-up. The Kaplan-Meier curves were used to display survival curves.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 907 male BC patients were included. The age distribution at diagnosis was <51 years, 51-70 years, and >70 years in 21.5%, 51.5% and 27.0% of patients, respectively. The proportions of stages I, II, III, and IV were 19.5%, 36.6%, 31.5%, and 12.3%. For each stage I, II, III, and IV, 5- and 10-years OS were 87.9% and 77.8%, 79.9% and 58.9%, 51.6% and 24.5%, 20.0% and 5.6%, respectively. Patients who received postoperative radiotherapy experienced a significant improvement in OS (HR 0.67; 95% CI 0.53-0.84; p < 0.001). In the multivariable analysis adjusted for practice (public or private), education (low or medium/high), age, stage at diagnosis, and treatment modalities, the significant independent predictor for OS was stage at diagnosis.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Male BC tends to be diagnosed at a more advanced stage and older age at the time of diagnosis. Age and educational level did not influence survival outcomes. Stage at diagnosis and the use of postoperative radiotherapy were factors associated with improved OS.</p>","PeriodicalId":10403,"journal":{"name":"Clinical oncology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2024-10-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142496325","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Clinical oncologyPub Date : 2024-10-05DOI: 10.1016/j.clon.2024.10.001
R. Brooker , P. Parvulescu , L. Jones , S. Meysner , D. Moore , Y. Dailey , A. Haridass , K. Davies , A. Schache , R. Shaw , T. Jones
{"title":"Socioeconomic Deprivation Correlates With Incomplete Radiotherapy Treatment in Head and Neck Cancer","authors":"R. Brooker , P. Parvulescu , L. Jones , S. Meysner , D. Moore , Y. Dailey , A. Haridass , K. Davies , A. Schache , R. Shaw , T. Jones","doi":"10.1016/j.clon.2024.10.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.clon.2024.10.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>There is a high burden of socioeconomic deprivation across Merseyside and, along with this, poorer cancer outcomes. The incidence of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) within this region is higher than the national average and there are often additional complexities to individual treatment pathways such as poor health literacy, lack of social support and transport options which can impact on adherence to prescribed treatments.</div></div><div><h3>Aims</h3><div>This work aims to understand the impact of deprivation on patients diagnosed with HNSCC undergoing chemoradiotherapy (CRT) or radiotherapy (RT) treatment by identifying barriers to adherence.</div></div><div><h3>Materials and methods</h3><div>Patients with HNSCC treated between June 2022 and June 2023 were included and data was collected through retrospective case note review. Approval was obtained from relevant NHS institution audit departments. Key examined variables were indices of multiple deprivation (IMD), unplanned admission rate, hospital transport use, social support network and provision of additional ad hoc appointments during treatment courses. All were correlated with missed radiotherapy appointments.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Out of 359 evaluable patients there were high levels of unplanned appointments with health professionals during CRT/RT (71% of those receiving CRT and 55% of those having RT). 11% (n = 39) missed at least one radiotherapy appointment with the commonest reason being unplanned admission to hospital. Despite missed appointments, 25/39 patients completed treatment within prescribed window due to effective RT compensation strategies. On multivariate analysis, unplanned admission, hospital-provided transport and crime deprivation quintiles (p=<0.001, p = 0.007 and p = 0.027, respectively) were found to significantly increase the chance of missed radiotherapy treatment appointments.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>High levels of unplanned encounters with health care professionals are encouraging adherence to non-surgical HNSCC treatments. Formalising these ad hoc appointments will provide an equitable, robust service. Undertaking hospital transport increases the potential for missed treatment appointments. Gaining insight into patient experiences and investing in improved transport services are essential for maximising adherence.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10403,"journal":{"name":"Clinical oncology","volume":"37 ","pages":"Article 103649"},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2024-10-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142603579","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Clinical oncologyPub Date : 2024-09-21DOI: 10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.007
M S Beshr, I A Beshr, M Al Hayek, S M Alfaqaih, M Abuajamieh, E Basheer, A K Wali, M Ekreer, I Chenfouh, A Khashan, E T Hassan, S M Elnaami, M Elhadi
{"title":"PD-1/PD-L1 Inhibitors in Combination With Chemo or as Monotherapy vs. Chemotherapy Alone in Advanced, Unresectable HER2-Negative Gastric, Gastroesophageal Junction, and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma: A Meta-Analysis.","authors":"M S Beshr, I A Beshr, M Al Hayek, S M Alfaqaih, M Abuajamieh, E Basheer, A K Wali, M Ekreer, I Chenfouh, A Khashan, E T Hassan, S M Elnaami, M Elhadi","doi":"10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.007","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.007","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aims: </strong>Advanced gastroesophageal cancers are still associated with poor outcomes. We aim to study PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors in phase III clinical trials that have compared them to chemotherapy in gastric, gastroesophageal junction (GEJ), and esophageal adenocarcinoma.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>On March 28, 2024, we searched: PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Scopus, and ClinicalTrials.gov. We only included randomized clinical trials for PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors alone or with chemo vs chemotherapy in advanced gastric, GEJ, or esophageal adenocarcinoma. The primary endpoints were overall survival and progression-free survival. A subgroup analysis was conducted for the following variables: treatment line, type of intervention, age group, gender, ECOG Performance Status, combined positive scores (CPS), microsatellite instability (MSI) status, liver metastasis, and primary tumor location.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Only 10 out of 8,942 articles were included, involving 6,782 patients. PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors showed a significant improvement in the overall survival compared to chemotherapy alone (hazard ratio (HR): 0.86, 95% CI: 0.80-0.93; p = 0.0002). Combining PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors with chemotherapy significantly improved overall and progression-free survival compared to monotherapy (combined therapy HR 0.80; p < 0.00001 vs. monotherapy HR 0.98; p = 0.77). CPS ≥1 had an HR of 0.78 (95% CI: 0.73-0.84; p < 0.00001), CPS ≥10 had an HR of 0.67 (95% CI: 0.59-0.76; p < 0.00001), and MSI-high status had an HR of 0.35 (95% CI: 0.24-0.52; p < 0.00001). Esophageal adenocarcinoma, reported in three trials, did not show significant improvement in the overall survival (HR 0.89; 95% CI: 0.69-1.14; p = 0.37).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors have significantly improved overall survival, and combining them with chemotherapy is more effective than monotherapy. Both CPS ≥10 and MSI-H showed an added benefit to overall survival and should be included in biomarker investigations. Clinical trials are needed for second-line treatments and esophageal adenocarcinoma.</p>","PeriodicalId":10403,"journal":{"name":"Clinical oncology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142388605","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Clinical oncologyPub Date : 2024-09-20DOI: 10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.006
R T Hughes, J J Prasad, N B Razavian, J D Ververs, A C Snavely, C L Nightingale, K E Weaver, M D Chan, M K Farris
{"title":"\"If You're Talking, I Think You're Muted\": Follow-up Analysis of Weekly Peer Review Discussion and Plan Changes After Transitioning From Virtual to In-Person Format.","authors":"R T Hughes, J J Prasad, N B Razavian, J D Ververs, A C Snavely, C L Nightingale, K E Weaver, M D Chan, M K Farris","doi":"10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.006","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aims: </strong>During the COVID-19 public health emergency, we previously identified decreased rates of radiotherapy (RT) peer review (PR) discussion and plan changes in virtual versus in-person PR conferences. To expand on these findings, we continued to prospectively collect data on all PR conferences from 2021 to 2023 and performed a follow-up analysis before and after the transition back to in-person PR.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A prospectively maintained database of weekly PR cases was queried for consecutive cases reviewed before and after the transition from virtual to in-person conferences. Rates of PR discussion and change recommendations were summarized and compared between the virtual and in-person groups. A survey was developed and administered to assess participants' perceived levels of engagement, opinions on optimal PR format, and preferences for future meetings before and 3 months after the transition back to in-person PR.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In total, 2,103 RT plans were reviewed: 1,590 virtually and 513 after the transition back to in-person. There was no difference in faculty attendance between groups. The proportion of cases with PR discussion increased from virtual (9.8%) to in-person (25.5%) format (p < 0.001). In the virtual group, 8.1% of cases had 1 topic and 1.7% had 2+ topics discussed. This increased to 15.8% and 9.7% during in-person PR, respectively (p < 0.001). The rate of change recommendation also increased from 1.5% (virtual) to 3.3% (in-person, p = 0.016). Among cases with at least 1 topic discussed, there was no difference in changes. Survey-reported distraction significantly decreased from virtual to in-person PR (p < 0.001).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Upon returning to in-person PR conferences, peer discussion and plan change recommendations significantly increased and returned to pre-pandemic levels, and participants' perceived levels of distraction were reduced. In an increasingly virtual world, additional efforts to develop best practices that maximize PR discussion and minimize distraction outside virtual conferences are warranted.</p>","PeriodicalId":10403,"journal":{"name":"Clinical oncology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142379182","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Clinical oncologyPub Date : 2024-09-17DOI: 10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.005
A Alshamrani, M Aznar, P Hoskin, R Chuter, C L Eccles
{"title":"The Current use of Adaptive Strategies for External Beam Radiotherapy in Cervical Cancer: A Systematic Review.","authors":"A Alshamrani, M Aznar, P Hoskin, R Chuter, C L Eccles","doi":"10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.005","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.005","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aims: </strong>Variability in the target and organs at risk (OARs) in cervical cancer treatment presents challenges for precise radiotherapy. Adaptive radiotherapy (ART) offers the potential to enhance treatment precision and outcomes. However, the increased workload and a lack of consensus on the most suitable ART approach hinder its clinical adoption. This systematic review aims to assess the current use of adaptive strategies for cervical cancer and define the optimal approach.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A systematic review of current literature published between January 2012 and May 2023 was conducted. Searches used PubMed/Medline, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science databases, supplemented with the University of Manchester, Google Scholar, and papers retrieved from reference lists. The review assessed workflows, compared dosimetric benefits, and examined resources for each identified strategy. Excluded were abstracts, conference abstracts, reviews, articles unrelated to ART management, proton therapy, brachytherapy, or qualitative studies. A narrative synthesis involved data tabulation, summarizing selected studies detailing workflow for cervical cancer and dosimetric outcomes for targets and OARs.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Sixteen articles met the inclusion criteria; these were mostly retrospective simulation planning studies, except four studies that had been clinically implemented. We identified five approaches for ART radiotherapy for cervical cancer: reactive and scheduled adaptation, internal target volume (ITV)-based approach using library of plans (LOP), fixed-margin approach using LOP, and real-time adaptation, with each approach reducing irradiated volumes without compromising target coverage compared to the non-ART approach. The LOP-based ITV approach is the most used and clinically assessed.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Identifying the optimal strategy is challenging due to dosimetric assessment limitations. Implementing cervical cancer ART necessitates strategic optimization of clinical benefits and resources through research, including studies to identify the optimal frequency, and prospective evaluations of toxicity.</p>","PeriodicalId":10403,"journal":{"name":"Clinical oncology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142375229","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Clinical oncologyPub Date : 2024-09-17DOI: 10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.003
P J Hoskin
{"title":"The Use of Artificial Intelligence Technologies in Cancer Care.","authors":"P J Hoskin","doi":"10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.003","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Artificial intelligence (AI) is already an essential tool in the handling of large data sets in epidemiology and basic research. Significant contributions to radiological diagnosis are emerging alongside increasing use of digital pathology. The future lies in integrating this information together with clinical data relevant to each individual patient. Linkage with clinical protocols will enable personalized management options to be presented to the oncologist of the future. Radiotherapy has the distinction of being the first to have a National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)-approved AI-based recommendation. There is the opportunity to revolutionize the workflow with many tasks currently undertaken by clinicians taken over by AI-based systems for volume outlining, planning, and quality assurance. Education and training will be essential to understand the AI processes and inputs. Clinicians will however have to feel confident interrogating the AI-derived information and in communicating AI-derived treatment plans to patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":10403,"journal":{"name":"Clinical oncology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142379183","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Clinical oncologyPub Date : 2024-09-15DOI: 10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.004
A Salem, F Al-Samarat, F Farhan
{"title":"Response Letter to Laurelli et al. Letter to the Editor Regarding Enhancing Telemedicine to Improve Global Radiotherapy Access.","authors":"A Salem, F Al-Samarat, F Farhan","doi":"10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.004","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clon.2024.09.004","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":10403,"journal":{"name":"Clinical oncology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142380192","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}