Trojanowska Agnieszka
Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Medical University in Lublin, ul. Ogrodowa 15, 20-075 Lublin, Poland.
Rep Pract Oncol Radiother. 2011 Jul 19;16(6):207-12. doi: 10.1016/j.rpor.2011.06.006.
Computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging-based techniques of functional imaging are proven to be sensitive and reliable tools for detection and staging of head and neck cancer. These new techniques enable to visualize and differentiate subtle pathologic changes before they become evident on standard cross-sectional images. However, it is their role in evaluating possible recurrence and estimation of treatment response that holds the biggest promise. This article describes the role and usefulness of diffusion and perfusion in detecting recurrence and follow-up in patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.
基于计算机断层扫描和磁共振成像的功能成像技术已被证明是用于头颈部癌症检测和分期的敏感且可靠的工具。这些新技术能够在标准横断面图像上出现明显病变之前可视化并区分细微的病理变化。然而,它们在评估可能的复发情况和估计治疗反应方面的作用才最具前景。本文描述了扩散和灌注成像在检测头颈部鳞状细胞癌患者复发及随访中的作用和实用性。