A guide for delineation of lymph nodal clinical target volume in radiation therapy

This book will facilitate the understanding of cross-sectional anatomy details and assist radiation oncologists in the difficult task of a detailed delineation of lymph node targets in multiple anatomical locations. It opens with a brief overview of the anatomy of the lymphatic system, followed by the main anatomical classifications involving the lymph drain in four main regions (head and neck, mediastinum, superior abdomen, pelvis) and describes the spreading patterns of the different cancers. Based on the close collaboration between radiologists and radiation oncologists, explicit instructions for the delineation of lymph nodal clinical target volumes are proposed to obtain a more accurate and consistent definition of these volumes of interest. In addition, axial topographic reference points for anatomical boundaries of regional lymph nodes are presented in illustrative tables. Detailed delineation of lymph node targetsin multiple anatomical locations Valuable aid in accurate image based radiation therapy treatment planning Enhanced treatment outcome, based on delivery ofadequate doses of irradiation to lymph nodes at risk Decreased morbiditiy andbetter quality of life, by selectively irradiating outlined lymph nodes at risk INDICE: General Considerations: Anatomical Review.- Lymph Nodes Classifications.- Anatomical and Radiological Boundaries.- Critical Importance of TargetDefinition, Including Regional Lymphatics, in Image Guided Radiation Therapy.- Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning-CT: Technical Notes for Imaging Acquisition. Axial CT Radiological Anatomy: Lymph Nodes in Head and Neck.- Lymph Nodes in the Mediastinum.- Lymph Nodes in Superior Abdomen.- Lymph Nodes in Pelvis.- Lymph Nodes-Areas CT-Reconstructed.

• ISBN: 978-3-540-77043-5
• Editorial: Springer
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 170
• Fecha Publicación: 01/08/2008
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés