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Review
. 2016 May;46(3):499-513, vi.
doi: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2015.12.007. Epub 2016 Feb 3.

Computed Tomography Imaging in Oncology

Lisa J Forrest  1
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Review

Computed Tomography Imaging in Oncology

Lisa J Forrest. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract. 2016 May.

Abstract

Computed tomography (CT) imaging has become the mainstay of oncology, providing accurate tumor staging and follow-up imaging to monitor treatment response. Presurgical evaluation of tumors is becoming commonplace and guides surgeons as to the extent and whether complete tumor resection is possible. CT imaging plays a crucial role in radiotherapy treatment planning. CT imaging in oncology has become ubiquitous in veterinary medicine because of increased availability of this imaging modality. This article focuses on CT cancer staging in veterinary oncology, CT imaging for surgical planning, and advances in CT simulation for radiation therapy planning.

Keywords: CT; Cat; Dog; IGRT; IMRT; Oncology; Radiotherapy.

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