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A Mechatronic Biopsy Guidance System for an Integrated 3D TRUS with Prostate-Specific PET System

Authors: Jeffrey Bax, Ian A. Cunningham, Aaron Fenster, Lori Gardi, Sule Karagulleoglu Kunduraci, Alla Reznik, David Tessier

Affiliation: Robarts Research Institute, Imaging Research Laboratories, Robarts Research Institute, Lakehead University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Image-guided biopsy is critical for early diagnosis of prostate cancer (PCa), the most common cancer in men worldwide. While the prostate-specific PET (P-PET) system offers enhanced sensitivi...

Development of a Robust 3D-Ultrasound (3DUS) Quality Assurance (QA) Framework for a Real-Time Needle-Tracking System in HDR GYN Brachytherapy

Authors: Diandra Ayala-Peacock, Lindsey Hendricks Bloom, Oana I. Craciunescu, Julie A. Raffi, Megan K. Russ, Ryan Sanford, Rajesh Venkarataman

Affiliation: Clinical Imaging Physics Group, Department of Radiology, Duke University Health System, Duke University Medical Center, Duke University, Eigen Health, Duke Univesity

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To establish a robust QA framework to characterize and ensure accuracy, reliability, and reusability of a transrectal ultrasound (TRUS)-based needle tracking system (NTS) for clinical HDR GYN...

Integrated Catheter Position and Dwell Time Optimization for Focal Dose Escalation in Prostate HDR Brachytherapy

Authors: Bryan Bednarz, John M. Floberg, Joseph B. Schulz, Jordan M. Slagowski

Affiliation: Department of Medical Physics, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin - Madison, Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Department of Human Oncology, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Catheter placement for high-dose-rate brachytherapy (HDR BT) is clinician dependent and potentially suboptimal for delivering simultaneous integrated boosts to intraprostatic gross tumor volu...

Optically Guided Speculum for Needle or Other Probe-Based Interventions in Small Animals

Authors: Michael B. Altman, Marlene Campos Guerrero, Stephanie Markovina, Aaron Silvus

Affiliation: Washington University School of Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Currently, fluid injections or needle biopsies in small animals are conducted with limited optical guidance introducing an inherent risk of infecting or injuring the animal and limits precisi...

Rectal Spacer Injection on the Day of HDR Prostate Brachytherapy Enhances Dosimetry and Reduces Rectal Dose for Patients Receiving Combined Brachytherapy and EBRT.

Authors: Francis A Asamoah, David D. Campos, Jordan A Holmes, Ke Colin Huang, Omar Ishaq, Sook Kien Ng, Arpan Prabhu, Edwin Quashie, Yong Yue

Affiliation: Indiana University School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Evaluate a novel rectal spacer workflow with spacer injection during brachytherapy to streamline logistics, reduce hospital visits and costs, and compare the benefits of SpaceOAR Vue and Barr...