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CBCT-Based Radiomics of Head and Neck Cancer for Predicting Patient Toxicity to Radiotherapy

Authors: Rodrigo Delgadillo, Nesrin Dogan, Benjamin J. Rich, Stuart E Samuels, Levent Sensoy

Affiliation: University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Daily Cone beam CT (CBCT) images may be useful in detecting early morphological changes during head and neck cancer radiotherapy. The aim of this study was to evaluate the performance of CBCT...

Comparison Analysis of Three Kind of Solutions for Head and Neck Cancer VMAT Verification

Authors: Wenwen Bai

Affiliation: The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To compare three kind of solutions (EDR2 Film, MatriXX, COMPASS) for VMA quality assurance at head and Neck in Monaco plannig system.
Methods: Monacao 5.1 planning system optimazed 10 case...

Evaluating the Impact of Contour Variability on the Effectiveness of Deep Learning Features in Head and Neck Imaging

Authors: Hania A. Al-Hallaq, Xuxin Chen, Anees H. Dhabaan, Elahheh (Ella) Salari, Xiaofeng Yang

Affiliation: Emory University, Department of Radiation Oncology and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Radiomics image analysis could lead to the development of predictive signatures and personalized radiotherapy treatments. However, variations in delineation are known to affect hand-crafte...

Graph-Based Feature Selection to Improve Stability and Reproducibility of CT-Based Radiomics in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Cross-Institutional Study

Authors: Daria Gaykalova, Ranee Mehra, Jason K Molitoris, Hajar Moradmand, Lei Ren, Amit Sawant, Phuoc Tran

Affiliation: University of Maryland School of Medicine, Maryland University Baltimore, University of Maryland, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Maryland School of Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Radiomics extracts quantitative imaging biomarkers from medical images. However, maintaining the reproducibility and stability of selected features across institutions and parameter settings ...

Image-Guided Adaptive Proton Therapy for Head and Neck Cancer Using a Novel Gantry-Less System

Authors: Philip Blumenfeld, Jon Feldman, Yair Hillman, Michael Marash, Aron Popovtzer, Alexander Pryanichnikov, Shimshon Winograd, Marc Wygoda, Vered Zivan

Affiliation: Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), P-Cure Ltd./Inc., Sharett Institute of Oncology, Hadassah Medical Center, Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Image-guided adaptive proton therapy (IGAPT) allows tailored dose adjustments to account for anatomical and physiological changes during treatment. Recent efforts have developed a cost-eff...

Impact of Serial Passage on Radiation Response and Angiogenic Activity in Head and Neck Cancer Patient-Derived Xenografts

Authors: Liliana Berube, Randall J Kimple, Kwangok P Nickel, Hannah Sondreal

Affiliation: UW Madison

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The fidelity of patient-derived xenografts (PDXs) is crucial for their application in translational research, as it ensures that these models accurately retain the properties of the original ...

Knowledge-Informed Deep Learning for Accurate and Interpretable Extracapsular Extension Detection in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Authors: William N. Duggar, Amirhossein Eskorouchi, Haifeng Wang

Affiliation: Mississippi State University, University of Mississippi Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Extracapsular extension (ECE) in lymph nodes represents a critical prognostic factor in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC), bearing important implications for staging, treatment...

Lymphocytic Feature Characterization Using a Deep Learning Algorithm on Post-Radiation Lymph Nodes

Authors: Rico Castillo, Katherine Gonzalez, Casey C. Heirman, Kyle J. Lafata, Casey Y. Lee, Xiang Li, Yvonne M Mowery, Yvonne M Mowery, Daniel Murphy, Allison Pittman, Ashlyn G. Rickard

Affiliation: Duke University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Duke University, University of Pittsburgh

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the ability of a deep learning model to identify pathomic features in lymph nodes of preclinical head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) models as surrogates for predicting ...

Optimizing Fractionation Schedules for De-Escalation Radiotherapy in Head and Neck Cancers Using Deep Reinforcement Learning

Authors: Zhongjie Lu

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Patients with locally-advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinomas(HNSCCs), particularly those related to human papillomavirus(HPV), often achieve good locoregional control(LRC), yet they ...

Quantitative Fluorescence Imaging and Spatial Transcriptomics Reveal Compartment-Specific Immune Dynamics in HPV+ Oropharyngeal Cancer

Authors: Casey C. Heirman, Kyle J. Lafata, Xiang Li, Breylon Riley, Jack B Stevens, Tammara Watts

Affiliation: Duke University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Duke University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To leverage quantitative fluorescence imaging and spatial transcriptomics for characterizing the spatial and molecular heterogeneity of the tumor microenvironment (TME) in HPV+ head and neck ...

Radiopathomic Characterization of Chemoradiation Resistance in Preclinical Models of Head and Neck Cancer

Authors: Rico Castillo, Katherine Gonzalez, Casey C. Heirman, Kyle J. Lafata, Xiang Li, Yvonne M Mowery, Yvonne M Mowery, Allison Pittman, Ashlyn G. Rickard, Breylon Riley

Affiliation: Duke University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Duke University, University of Pittsburgh

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the relationships between quantitative imaging biomarkers and chemoradiation resistance in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) using preclinical mouse models.

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Repeatability of Quantitative 3D T1ρ Imaging in Head and Neck Cancer

Authors: Sandeep Panwar Jogi, Nancy Lee, Ricardo Otazo, Ramesh Paudyal, Qi Peng, Akash Shah, Amita Shukla-Dave, Can Wu

Affiliation: Department of Radiology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Department of Radiation Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Department of Medical Physics, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Department of Radiology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Montefiore Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Quantitative T1ρ imaging provides enhanced tissue characterization beyond standard T1 and T2 parameters, potentially supporting early-stage longitudinal monitoring of head and neck cancer. Th...

Reproducibility of a Unique Prone Head and Neck Setup Evaluated with In Vivo Epid Dosimetry System

Authors: Salim Balik, Eric Chang, Kristine Garcia, Andrew Islas, Lijun Ma, Zhilei Liu Shen, Elizabeth Zhang-Velten

Affiliation: Radiation Oncology, Keck School of Medicine of USC

Abstract Preview: Purpose: NRG protocols recommend simulating and treating head and neck (HN) cancer patients in a supine position for optimal setup reproducibility. However, certain patients cannot tolerate the supine...

Voxel-Based Radiobiological Modelling for Evaluating Radiotherapy Treatment Plans in Relation to Radiation-Induced Acute Mucosal Toxicity (including oral and pharyngeal mucositis): A Single-Institutional Study Focused on Head-and-Neck Carcinoma.

Authors: Rama Bhawani, Mary Joan, Ajay Katake, Munish Kumar, Chhape Ram, Megha Sharma, Balbir Singh, Vikram Singh

Affiliation: SLBSGMC & HOSPITAL, MOHANDAI OSWAL HOSPITAL, WOCKHARDT HOSPITAL, Christian Medical College and Hospital,, AMERICAN ONCOLOGY INSTITUTE

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aims to evaluate the utility of voxel-based radiobiological modelling in assessing IMRT radiotherapy treatment plans concerning radiation-induced acute mucosal toxicity, specifical...