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Perfusion CT measurements predict tumor response in rectal carcinoma.

Aya KinoJenny ShafferKatherine E MaturenHeiko SchmiedeskampAlbert C KoongDaniel T ChangDominik FleischmannAya Kamaya
Published in: Abdominal radiology (New York) (2018)
In this pilot study, peak tumor blood volume and decline in tumor permeability, when measured in "hot spots" of greatest enhancement, were strong predictors of complete therapeutic response in rectal cancer after neoadjuvant therapy.
Keyphrases
  • rectal cancer
  • locally advanced
  • computed tomography
  • contrast enhanced
  • magnetic resonance imaging
  • radiation therapy
  • cell therapy
  • smoking cessation