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MR-LINAC, a New Partner in Radiation Oncology: Current Landscape.
- Ocanto, Abrahams;
- Torres, Lisselott;
- Montijano, Miguel;
- Rincón, Diego;
- Fernández, Castalia;
- Sevilla, Beatriz;
- Gonsalves, Daniela;
- Teja, Macarena;
- Guijarro, Marcos;
- Glaría, Luis;
- Hernánz, Raúl;
- Zafra-Martin, Juan;
- Sanmamed, Noelia;
- Kishan, Amar;
- Alongi, Filippo;
- Moghanaki, Drew;
- Nagar, Himanshu;
- Couñago, Felipe
- et al.
Abstract
Technological advances in radiation oncology are oriented towards improving treatment precision and tumor control. Among these advances, magnetic-resonance-image-guided radiation therapy (MRgRT) stands out, with technological advances to deliver targeted treatments adapted to a tumors anatomy on the day while minimizing incidental exposure to organs at risk, offering an unprecedented therapeutic advantage compared to X-ray-based IGRT delivery systems. This new technology changes the traditional workflow in radiation oncology and requires an evolution in team coordination to administer more precise treatments. Once implemented, it paves the way for newer indication for radiation therapy to safely deliver higher doses than ever before, with better preservation of healthy tissues to optimize patient outcomes. In this narrative review, we assess the technical aspects of the novel linear accelerators that can deliver MRgRT and summarize the available published experience to date, focusing on oncological results and future challenges.
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