Task group 284 report: magnetic resonance imaging simulation in radiotherapy: considerations for clinical implementation, optimization, and quality assurance. Med Phys 2021 Jul;48(7):e636-e670
Date
01/03/2021Pubmed ID
33386620Pubmed Central ID
PMC8761371DOI
10.1002/mp.14695Scopus ID
2-s2.0-85109780844 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site) 62 CitationsAbstract
The use of dedicated magnetic resonance simulation (MR-SIM) platforms in Radiation Oncology has expanded rapidly, introducing new equipment and functionality with the overall goal of improving the accuracy of radiation treatment planning. However, this emerging technology presents a new set of challenges that need to be addressed for safe and effective MR-SIM implementation. The major objectives of this report are to provide recommendations for commercially available MR simulators, including initial equipment selection, siting, acceptance testing, quality assurance, optimization of dedicated radiation therapy specific MR-SIM workflows, patient-specific considerations, safety, and staffing. Major contributions include guidance on motion and distortion management as well as MRI coil configurations to accommodate patients immobilized in the treatment position. Examples of optimized protocols and checklists for QA programs are provided. While the recommendations provided here are minimum requirements, emerging areas and unmet needs are also highlighted for future development.
Author List
Glide-Hurst CK, Paulson ES, McGee K, Tyagi N, Hu Y, Balter J, Bayouth JAuthor
Eric Paulson PhD Chief, Professor in the Radiation Oncology department at Medical College of WisconsinMESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold
Computer SimulationHumans
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Radiation Oncology
Radiotherapy Planning, Computer-Assisted
Radiotherapy, Image-Guided