Open-source informatics tools for radiotherapy research Book Section


Authors: Deasy, J. O.; Apte, A. P.
Editors: Starkschall, G.; Siochi, R. A. C.
Article/Chapter Title: Open-source informatics tools for radiotherapy research
Abstract: Radiotherapy is inherently a data-rich medical specialty, requiring imaging at many steps in the patient management process, including disease workup, treatment planning, treatment delivery, treatment follow-up, and possible retreatments. Data components produced include 3D images for diagnosis and simulation of treatment, markup of images for anatomic segmentation, target volume specification, volumetric (3D) dose calculations, treatment machine commands, treatment setup images, and patient management records. The relationships between all these data elements are also important. Newer data sources include intratreatment monitoring of position via real-time fiducial marker location. Research and development require the intensive study of these data sources to better understand the relationship to outcomes. These factors create a need for adequate research informatics software tools whether for research or clinical development. © 2014 by Taylor and Francis Group, LLC.
Book Title: Informatics in Radiation Oncology
ISBN: 9781439825822
Publisher: CRC Press  
Publication Place: Boca Raton, FL
Date Published: 2013-09-05
Start Page: 137
End Page: 150
Language: English
DOI: 10.1201/b15508-21
PROVIDER: scopus
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Notes: Book Chapter: 16 -- Located under section labeled "Section III: Informatics for Teaching and Research" -- Export Date: 1 September 2022 -- Source: Scopus
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