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Light A, Mayor N, Cullen E, Kirkham A, Padhani AR, Arya M, Bomers JGR, Dudderidge T, Ehdaie B, Freeman A, Guillaumier S, Hindley R, Lakhani A, Pendse D, Punwani S, Rastinehad AR, Rouvière O, Sanchez-Salas R, Schoots IG, Sokhi HK, Tam H, Tempany CM, Valerio M, Verma S, Villeirs G, van der Meulen J, Ahmed HU, Shah TT. The Transatlantic Recommendations for Prostate Gland Evaluation with Magnetic Resonance Imaging After Focal Therapy (TARGET): A Systematic Review and International Consensus Recommendations. Eur Urol 2024; 85:466-482. [PMID: 38519280 DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2024.02.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2023] [Revised: 11/29/2023] [Accepted: 02/04/2024] [Indexed: 03/24/2024]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can detect recurrences after focal therapy for prostate cancer but there is no robust guidance regarding its use. Our objective was to produce consensus recommendations on MRI acquisition, interpretation, and reporting after focal therapy. METHODS A systematic review was performed in July 2022 to develop consensus statements. A two-round consensus exercise was then performed, with a consensus meeting in January 2023, during which 329 statements were scored by 23 panellists from Europe and North America spanning urology, radiology, and pathology with experience across eight focal therapy modalities. Using RAND Corporation/University of California-Los Angeles methodology, the Transatlantic Recommendations for Prostate Gland Evaluation with MRI after Focal Therapy (TARGET) were based on consensus for statements scored with agreement or disagreement. KEY FINDINGS AND LIMITATIONS In total, 73 studies were included in the review. All 20 studies (100%) reporting suspicious imaging features cited focal contrast enhancement as suspicious for cancer recurrence. Of 31 studies reporting MRI assessment criteria, the Prostate Imaging-Reporting and Data System (PI-RADS) score was the scheme used most often (20 studies; 65%), followed by a 5-point Likert score (six studies; 19%). For the consensus exercise, consensus for statements scored with agreement or disagreement increased from 227 of 295 statements (76.9%) in round one to 270 of 329 statements (82.1%) in round two. Key recommendations include performing routine MRI at 12 mo using a multiparametric protocol compliant with PI-RADS version 2.1 standards. PI-RADS category scores for assessing recurrence within the ablation zone should be avoided. An alternative 5-point scoring system is presented that includes a major dynamic contrast enhancement (DCE) sequence and joint minor diffusion-weighted imaging and T2-weighted sequences. For the DCE sequence, focal nodular strong early enhancement was the most suspicious imaging finding. A structured minimum reporting data set and minimum reporting standards for studies detailing MRI data after focal therapy are presented. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS The TARGET consensus recommendations may improve MRI acquisition, interpretation, and reporting after focal therapy for prostate cancer and provide minimum standards for study reporting. PATIENT SUMMARY Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans can detect recurrent of prostate cancer after focal treatments, but there is a lack of guidance on MRI use for this purpose. We report new expert recommendations that may improve practice.
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- Alexander Light
- Imperial Prostate, Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, UK; Imperial Urology, Charing Cross Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Imperial Prostate, Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, UK; Imperial Urology, Charing Cross Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Imperial Prostate, Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- Department of Radiology, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK; Centre for Medical Imaging, Division of Medicine, University College London, London, UK
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- Paul Strickland Scanner Centre, Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, Northwood, UK
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- Imperial Prostate, Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, UK; Imperial Urology, Charing Cross Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Medical Imaging, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Urology, University Hospital Southampton, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Southampton, UK
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- Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Pathology, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Urology, Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Basingstoke, UK
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- Paul Strickland Scanner Centre, Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, Northwood, UK; Department of Imaging, Charing Cross Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK; Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- Department of Radiology, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK; Centre for Medical Imaging, Division of Medicine, University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Radiology, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK; Centre for Medical Imaging, Division of Medicine, University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Vascular and Urinary Imaging, Hôpital Edouard Herriot, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France; Faculté de Médecine, Université de Lyon, Lyon, France
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- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands; Department of Radiology, Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Paul Strickland Scanner Centre, Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, Northwood, UK; Department of Radiology, The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Imaging, Charing Cross Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Radiology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Urology, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Department of Radiology, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, USA
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- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Health Services Research & Policy, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Imperial Prostate, Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, UK; Imperial Urology, Charing Cross Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Imperial Prostate, Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, UK; Imperial Urology, Charing Cross Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK.
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Value of bowel preparation techniques for prostate MRI: a preliminary study. Abdom Radiol (NY) 2021; 46:4002-4013. [PMID: 33770222 PMCID: PMC8286932 DOI: 10.1007/s00261-021-03046-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2020] [Revised: 03/05/2021] [Accepted: 03/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Background Bowel preparation before multiparametric MRI (mpMRI) of the prostate is performed widely, despite contradictory or no evidence for efficacy. Purpose To investigate the value of hyoscine N-butylbromide (HBB), microenema (ME) and ‘dietary restrictions’ (DR) for artifact reduction and image quality (IQ) in mpMRI of the prostate. Study type Retrospective. Population Between 10/2018 and 02/2020 treatment-naïve men (median age, 64.9; range 39.8–87.3) who underwent mpMRI of the prostate were included. The total patient sample comprised of n = 180 patients, who received either HBB, ME, were instructed to adhere to DR, or received a combination of those measures prior to the MR scan. Field strength/sequence T2-weighted imaging (T2w), diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI), and dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI (DCE-MRI) scanned on two 3T systems. Assessment A radiologist specialized in urogenital imaging (R1) and a senior radiology resident (R2) visually assessed IQ parameters on transversal T2w, DWI and ADC maps on a 5-point Likert-like scale. Statistical tests Group comparison between IQ parameters was performed on reader level using Kruskal–Wallis and Mann–Whitney U tests. Binary univariate logistic regression analysis was used to assess independent predictors of IQ. Interrater agreement was assessed using Intraclass Correlation Coefficient (ICC). Results ‘DWI geometric distortion’ was significantly more pronounced in the HBB+/ME−/DR− (R1, 3.6 and R2, 4.0) as compared to the HBB−/ME+/DR− (R1, 4.2 and R2, 4.6) and HBB+/ME+/DR− (R1, 4.3 and R2, 4.7) cohort, respectively. Parameters ‘DWI IQ’ and ‘Whole MRI IQ’ were rated similarly by both readers. ME was a significant independent predictor of ‘good IQ’ for the whole MRI for R1 [b = 1.09, OR 2.98 (95% CI 1.29, 6.87)] and R2 [b = 1.01, OR 2.73 (95% CI 1.24, 6.04)], respectively. Data conclusion ME seems to significantly improve image quality of DWI and the whole mpMRI image set of the prostate. HBB and DR did not have any benefit.
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Syversen IF, Elschot M, Sandsmark E, Bertilsson H, Bathen TF, Goa PE. Exploring the diagnostic potential of adding T2 dependence in diffusion-weighted MR imaging of the prostate. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0252387. [PMID: 34043735 PMCID: PMC8158951 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0252387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2021] [Accepted: 05/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is essential in the detection and staging of prostate cancer. However, improved tools to distinguish between low-risk and high-risk cancer are needed in order to select the appropriate treatment. Purpose To investigate the diagnostic potential of signal fractions estimated from a two-component model using combined T2- and diffusion-weighted imaging (T2-DWI). Material and methods 62 patients with prostate cancer and 14 patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) underwent combined T2-DWI (TE = 55 and 73 ms, b-values = 50 and 700 s/mm2) following clinical suspicion of cancer, providing a set of 4 measurements per voxel. Cancer was confirmed in post-MRI biopsy, and regions of interest (ROIs) were delineated based on radiology reporting. Signal fractions of the slow component (SFslow) of the proposed two-component model were calculated from a model fit with 2 free parameters, and compared to conventional bi- and mono-exponential apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) models. Results All three models showed a significant difference (p<0.0001) between peripheral zone (PZ) tumor and normal tissue ROIs, but not between non-PZ tumor and BPH ROIs. The area under the receiver operating characteristics curve distinguishing tumor from prostate voxels was 0.956, 0.949 and 0.949 for the two-component, bi-exponential and mono-exponential models, respectively. The corresponding Spearman correlation coefficients between tumor values and Gleason Grade Group were fair (0.370, 0.499 and -0.490), but not significant. Conclusion Signal fraction estimates from a two-component model based on combined T2-DWI can differentiate between tumor and normal prostate tissue and show potential for prostate cancer diagnosis. The model performed similarly to conventional diffusion models.
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- Ingrid Framås Syversen
- Kavli Institute for Systems Neuroscience, NTNU, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Circulation and Medical Imaging, NTNU, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, St. Olavs Hospital, Trondheim University Hospital, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, St. Olavs Hospital, Trondheim University Hospital, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Urology, St. Olavs Hospital, Trondheim University Hospital, Trondheim, Norway
- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, NTNU, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Circulation and Medical Imaging, NTNU, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Physics, NTNU, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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Schmitthenner HF, Dobson DE, Jones KG, Akporji N, Soika DQM, Nastiuk KL, Hornak JP. Modular Synthesis of DOTA-Metal-Based PSMA-Targeted Imaging Agents for MRI and PET of Prostate Cancer. Chemistry 2019; 25:13848-13854. [PMID: 31364213 PMCID: PMC6910127 DOI: 10.1002/chem.201903390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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A practical, convergent synthesis of prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) targeted imaging agents for MRI, PET, and SPECT of prostate cancer has been developed. In this approach, metals chelated to 1,4,7,10-tetraazacyclododecane-1,4,7,10-tetraacetic acid (DOTA) were placed on the side chains of lysine early in the synthesis to form imaging modules. These are coupled to targeting modules, in this case consisting of the PSMA-binding urea DCL, bonded to an activated linker. The modular approach to targeted molecular imaging agents (TMIAs) offers distinct advantages. By chelating the MRI contrast metal Gd early, it doubles as a protecting group for DOTA. Standard coupling and deprotection steps may be utilized to assemble the modules into peptides, and the need for tri-tert-butyl protection of DOTA requiring removal by strong acid is averted. This enables mild conjugation of the imaging module to a wide variety of targeting agents in the final step. It was further discovered that two labile metals, La3+ or Ce3+ , can be used as placeholders in DOTA during the synthesis, then transmetalated in mild acid by Cu2+ , Ga3+ , In3+ , and Y3+ , metals used in PET/SPECT. This enables the efficient synthesis of nonradioactive analogues of targeted molecular imaging agents that may be transported or stored until needed. A simple and mild two-step transmetalation, involving de-metalation in dilute acid, followed by rapid chelation of the radioactive metal, may be conveniently performed later at the clinic to provide the TMIAs for PET or SPECT.
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- Hans F Schmitthenner
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, 14623, USA
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, 14623, USA
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, 14623, USA
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, 14623, USA
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- Golisano School of Life Sciences, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, 14623, USA
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- Department of Cancer Genetics and Genomics, Department of Urology, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Buffalo, NY, 14263, USA
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, 14623, USA
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Ke Z, Yan X, Min X, Cai W, Zhang P, You H, Fan C, Wang L. Validation of SE-EPI-based T2 mapping for characterization of prostate cancer: a new method compared with the traditional CPMG method. Abdom Radiol (NY) 2019; 44:3432-3440. [PMID: 31218387 DOI: 10.1007/s00261-019-02105-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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PURPOSE We aim to compare the results of spin echo-echo planar imaging (SE-EPI)-based T2 mapping with those of the conventional Carr-Purcell-Meiboom-Gill (CPMG) method and to investigate the potential validity of SE-EPI-T2 mapping for the characterization of prostate cancer (PCa). METHODS Our retrospective study included 42 PCa patients and 42 noncancer patients who underwent 3.0T MRI with b values ranging from 0 to 2000 s/mm2 and echo times (TEs) ranging from 32 to 100 ms before biopsies. Bland-Altman analysis was used to compare the agreement between the two methods. The correlations between CPMG-T2 values and SE-EPI-T2 values at different b values were determined by Spearman's rho analysis or Pearson analysis. The Mann-Whitney U test and two-sample t tests were used to analyze the differences between the cancerous and noncancerous groups. RESULTS Substantial agreement regarding the measurements was observed between the two methods. The average correlation between the CPMG-T2 values and SE-EPI-T2 values was moderate and positive, and the best correlations were found at b = 200 s/mm2 in the noncancer group (r = 0.557, P = 0.000) and at b = 100 s/mm2 in the cancer group (r = 0.537, P = 0.000). In addition, statistically significant differences were found between the noncancer and cancer groups in T2 values and ADC values (diff TEs) (P = 0.000). CONCLUSIONS Substantial agreement in the measurements was found between the SE-EPI method and CPMG method. SE-EPI-based T2 mapping has potential clinical value for the prostate and can be considered an alternative to the traditional CPMG-T2 mapping method.
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- Zan Ke
- Department of Radiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No. 1095 Jiefang Road, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
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- MR Collaboration NE Asia, Siemens Healthcare, Shanghai, 201321, China
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- Department of Radiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No. 1095 Jiefang Road, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
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- Department of Radiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No. 1095 Jiefang Road, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
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- Department of Radiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No. 1095 Jiefang Road, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
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- Department of Radiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No. 1095 Jiefang Road, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
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- Department of Radiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No. 1095 Jiefang Road, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
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- Department of Radiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No. 1095 Jiefang Road, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
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Shukla-Dave A, Wassberg C, Pucar D, Schöder H, Goldman DA, Mazaheri Y, Reuter VE, Eastham J, Scardino PT, Hricak H. Multimodality imaging using proton magnetic resonance spectroscopic imaging and 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose-positron emission tomography in local prostate cancer. World J Radiol 2017; 9:134-142. [PMID: 28396727 PMCID: PMC5368629 DOI: 10.4329/wjr.v9.i3.134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2016] [Revised: 12/20/2016] [Accepted: 01/14/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM To assess the relationship using multimodality imaging between intermediary citrate/choline metabolism as seen on proton magnetic resonance spectroscopic imaging (1H-MRSI) and glycolysis as observed on 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography/computed tomography (18F-FDG-PET/CT) in prostate cancer (PCa) patients.
METHODS The study included 22 patients with local PCa who were referred for endorectal magnetic resonance imaging/1H-MRSI (April 2002 to July 2007) and 18F-FDG-PET/CT and then underwent prostatectomy as primary or salvage treatment. Whole-mount step-section pathology was used as the standard of reference. We assessed the relationships between PET parameters [standardized uptake value (SUVmax and SUVmean)] and MRSI parameters [choline + creatine/citrate (CC/Cmax and CC/Cmean) and total number of suspicious voxels] using spearman’s rank correlation, and the relationships of PET and 1H-MRSI index lesion parameters to surgical Gleason score.
RESULTS Abnormal intermediary metabolism on 1H-MRSI was present in 21/22 patients, while abnormal glycolysis on 18F-FDG-PET/CT was detected in only 3/22 patients. Specifically, index tumor localization rates were 0.95 (95%CI: 0.77-1.00) for 1H-MRSI and 0.14 (95%CI: 0.03-0.35) for 18F-FDG-PET/CT. Spearman rank correlations indicated little relationship (ρ = -0.36-0.28) between 1H-MRSI parameters and 18F-FDG-PET/CT parameters. Both the total number of suspicious voxels (ρ = 0.55, P = 0.0099) and the SUVmax (ρ = 0.46, P = 0.0366) correlated weakly with the Gleason score. No significant relationship was found between the CC/Cmax, CC/Cmean or SUVmean and the Gleason score (P = 0.15-0.79).
CONCLUSION The concentration of intermediary metabolites detected by 1H MRSI and glycolytic flux measured 18F-FDG PET show little correlation. Furthermore, only few tumors were FDG avid on PET, possibly because increased glycolysis represents a late and rather ominous event in the progression of PCa.
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Pilot Study of the Use of Hybrid Multidimensional T2-Weighted Imaging-DWI for the Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer and Evaluation of Gleason Score. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2016; 207:592-8. [PMID: 27352026 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.15.15626] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of our study was to evaluate the role of a hybrid T2-weighted imaging-DWI sequence for prostate cancer diagnosis and differentiation of aggressive prostate cancer from nonaggressive prostate cancer. MATERIALS AND METHODS Twenty-one patients with prostate cancer who underwent preoperative 3-T MRI and prostatectomy were included in this study. Patients underwent a hybrid T2-weighted imaging-DWI examination consisting of DW images acquired with TEs of 47, 75, and 100 ms and b values of 0 and 750 s/mm(2). The apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) and T2 were calculated for cancer and normal prostate ROIs at each TE and b value. Changes in ADC and T2 as a function of increasing the TE and b value, respectively, were analyzed. A new metric termed "PQ4" was defined as the percentage of voxels within an ROI that has increasing T2 with increasing b value and has decreasing ADC with increasing TE. RESULTS ADC values were significantly higher in normal ROIs than in cancer ROIs at all TEs (p < 0.0001). With increasing TE, the mean ADC increased 3% in cancer ROIs and increased 12% in normal ROIs. T2 was significantly higher in normal ROIs than in cancer ROIs at both b values (p ≤ 0.0002). The mean T2 decreased with increasing b value in cancer ROIs (ΔT2 = -17 ms) and normal ROIs (ΔT2 = -52 ms). PQ4 clearly differentiated normal ROIs from prostate cancer ROIs (p = 0.0004) and showed significant correlation with Gleason score (ρ = 0.508, p < 0.0001). CONCLUSION Hybrid MRI measures the response of ADC and T2 to changing TEs and b values, respectively. This approach shows promise for detecting prostate cancer and determining its aggressiveness noninvasively.
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Poor standard mp-MRI and routine biopsy fail to precisely predict intraprostatic tumor localization. World J Urol 2016; 34:1383-8. [PMID: 26906031 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-016-1776-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2015] [Accepted: 01/28/2016] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To evaluate the localization accuracy of routinely performed preoperative multiparametric MRI (mp-MRI), not being assessed according to PI-RADS criteria. METHODS One hundred and six patients underwent radical retropubic prostatectomy (January 2011-June 2012) with preoperative MRI. Intraprostatic tumor localization suggested by mp-MRI was correlated to both biopsy and histopathology results. RESULTS Sensitivity and specificity were as low as 25-62 and 60-94 %, respectively. Neither higher field force nor the use of an endorectal coil could enhance accuracy. There was no statistically significant concordance in any sextant. The mean number of correctly identified sextants was between 3.11 and 4.00 and, thus, insignificantly above the value of 3 that one would obtain by tossing the coin. For transrectal biopsies, sensitivity and specificity of tumor localization were 52-63 and 46-80 %, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Neither routinely performed "non-PI-RADS" MRI nor transrectal biopsy can accurately localize prostate cancer. Focal therapy concepts rely on a precise intraprostatic tumor detection and therefore inevitably require PI-RADS assessment by radiologists with genitourinary specialization. Regarding patient discomfort and costs, "non-PI-RADS" MRIs of the prostate are not justified.
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BACKGROUND The use of biomarkers for prostate cancer screening, diagnosis and prognosis has the potential to improve the clinical management of the patients. Owing to inherent limitations of the biomarker prostate-specific antigen (PSA), intensive efforts are currently directed towards a search for alternative prostate cancer biomarkers, particularly those that can predict disease aggressiveness and drive better treatment decisions. METHODS A literature search of Medline articles focused on recent and emerging advances in prostate cancer biomarkers was performed. The most promising biomarkers that have the potential to meet the unmet clinical needs in prostate cancer patient management and/or that are clinically implemented were selected. CONCLUSIONS With the advent of advanced genomic and proteomic technologies, we have in recent years seen an enormous spurt in prostate cancer biomarker research with several promising alternative biomarkers being discovered that show an improved sensitivity and specificity over PSA. The new generation of biomarkers can be tested via serum, urine, or tissue-based assays that have either received regulatory approval by the US Food and Drug Administration or are available as Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments-based laboratory developed tests. Additional emerging novel biomarkers for prostate cancer, including circulating tumor cells, microRNAs and exosomes, are still in their infancy. Together, these biomarkers provide actionable guidance for prostate cancer risk assessment, and are expected to lead to an era of personalized medicine.
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- Sharanjot Saini
- Department of Urology, Urology Research (112J), Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 4150 Clement Street, San Francisco, CA, 94121, USA.
- University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA.
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Sentinel node approach in prostate cancer. Rev Esp Med Nucl Imagen Mol 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.remnie.2015.10.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Vidal-Sicart S, Valdés Olmos RA. Sentinel node approach in prostate cancer. Rev Esp Med Nucl Imagen Mol 2015; 34:358-71. [PMID: 26391573 DOI: 10.1016/j.remn.2015.07.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2015] [Accepted: 07/19/2015] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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In general terms, one of the main objectives of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy is to identify the 20-25% of patients with occult regional metastatic involvement. This technique reduces the associated morbidity from lymphadenectomy, as well as increasing the identification rate of occult lymphatic metastases by offering the pathologist those lymph nodes with the highest probability of containing metastatic cells. Pre-surgical lymphoscintigraphy is considered a "road map" to guide the surgeon towards the sentinel nodes and to ascertain unpredictable lymphatic drainages. In prostate cancer this aspect is essential due to the multidirectional character of the lymphatic drainage in the pelvis. In this context the inclusion of SPECT/CT should be mandatory in order to improve the SLN detection rate, to clarify the location when SLNs are difficult to interpret on planar images, to achieve a better definition of them in locations close to injection site, and to provide anatomical landmarks to be recognized during operation to locate SLNs. Conventional and laparoscopic hand-held gamma probes allow the SLN technique to be applied in any kind of surgery. The introduction and combination of new tracers and devices refines this technique, and the use of intraoperative images. These aspects become of vital importance due to the recent incorporation of robot-assisted procedures for SLN biopsy. In spite of these advances various aspects of SLN biopsy in prostate cancer patients still need to be discussed, and therefore their clinical application is not widely used.
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- S Vidal-Sicart
- Nuclear Medicine Department, Hospital Clínic Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.
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- Interventional Molecular Imaging and Nuclear Medicine Section, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, The Netherlands; Nuclear Medicine Department, Netherlands Cancer Institute-Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Hospital, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Özcan A, Türkbey B, Choyke PL, Akin O, Aras Ö, Mun SK. Interactive Feature Space Explorer© for multi-modal magnetic resonance imaging. Magn Reson Imaging 2015; 33:804-15. [PMID: 25868623 PMCID: PMC4458231 DOI: 10.1016/j.mri.2015.03.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2014] [Revised: 03/14/2015] [Accepted: 03/30/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Wider information content of multi-modal biomedical imaging is advantageous for detection, diagnosis and prognosis of various pathologies. However, the necessity to evaluate a large number images might hinder these advantages and reduce the efficiency. Herein, a new computer aided approach based on the utilization of feature space (FS) with reduced reliance on multiple image evaluations is proposed for research and routine clinical use. The method introduces the physician experience into the discovery process of FS biomarkers for addressing biological complexity, e.g., disease heterogeneity. This, in turn, elucidates relevant biophysical information which would not be available when automated algorithms are utilized. Accordingly, the prototype platform was designed and built for interactively investigating the features and their corresponding anatomic loci in order to identify pathologic FS regions. While the platform might be potentially beneficial in decision support generally and specifically for evaluating outlier cases, it is also potentially suitable for accurate ground truth determination in FS for algorithm development. Initial assessments conducted on two different pathologies from two different institutions provided valuable biophysical perspective. Investigations of the prostate magnetic resonance imaging data resulted in locating a potential aggressiveness biomarker in prostate cancer. Preliminary findings on renal cell carcinoma imaging data demonstrated potential for characterization of disease subtypes in the FS.
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- Alpay Özcan
- Arlington Innovation Center: Health Research, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 900 N. Glebe Road, Arlington VA 22203, USA.
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- Molecular Imaging Program, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, 10 Center Dr., MSC 1182, Bldg. 10, Rm. 1B40, Bethesda, MD 20892-1088, USA.
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- Molecular Imaging Program, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, 10 Center Dr., MSC 1182, Bldg. 10, Rm. 1B40, Bethesda, MD 20892-1088, USA.
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- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, 1275 York Ave C276, New York, NY 10065, USA.
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- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, 1275 York Ave C276, New York, NY 10065, USA.
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- Arlington Innovation Center: Health Research, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 900 N. Glebe Road, Arlington VA 22203, USA.
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Shah ZK, Elias SN, Abaza R, Zynger DL, DeRenne LA, Knopp MV, Guo B, Schurr R, Heymsfield SB, Jia G. Performance comparison of 1.5-T endorectal coil MRI with 3.0-T nonendorectal coil MRI in patients with prostate cancer. Acad Radiol 2015; 22:467-74. [PMID: 25579637 DOI: 10.1016/j.acra.2014.11.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2014] [Revised: 10/03/2014] [Accepted: 11/10/2014] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES To compare prostate morphology, image quality, and diagnostic performance of 1.5-T endorectal coil magnetic resonance (MR) imaging (MRI) and 3.0-T nonendorectal coil MRI in patients with prostate cancer. MATERIALS AND METHODS MR images obtained of 83 patients with prostate cancer using 1.5-T MRI systems with an endorectal coil were compared to images collected from 83 patients with a 3.0-T MRI system. Prostate diameters were measured, and image quality was evaluated by one American Board of Radiology (ABR)-certified radiologist (reader 1) and one ABR-certified diagnostic medical physicist (reader 2). The likelihood of the presence of peripheral zone cancer in each sextant and local extent was rated and compared to histopathologic findings. RESULTS Prostate anterior-posterior diameter measured by both readers was significantly shorter with 1.5-T endorectal MRI than with 3.0-T MRI. The overall image quality score difference was significant only for reader 1. Both readers found that the two MRI systems provided a similar diagnostic accuracy in cancer localization, extraprostatic extension, and seminal vesicle involvement. CONCLUSIONS Nonendorectal coil 3.0-T MRI provides prostate images that are natural in shape and that have comparable image quality to those obtained at 1.5 T with an endorectal coil, but not superior diagnostic performance. These findings suggest an opportunity exists for improving technical aspects of the 3.0-T prostate MRI.
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For many clinical issues regarding prostate cancer magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is gaining increasing importance for prostate diagnostics. The high morphological resolution of T2-weighted sequences is unsurpassed compared to other imaging modalities. It enables not only the detection and localization of prostate cancer but also allows the evaluation of extracapsular extensions. Functional MRI methods, such as diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI), dynamic contrast-enhanced (DCE) MRI and proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy ((1)H-MRS) increase the specificity and to a lesser extent, the sensitivity of diagnostics. In accordance with the interdisciplinary S3 guidelines, prostate MRI is recommended for patients with at least one negative biopsy for cancer detection. According to the guidelines areas suspected of being cancerous should be selectively biopsied in addition to the systematic biopsy. The transmission of findings about the suspected tumor areas according to the structured PI-RADS classification system has proven its worth. The localization and staging of prostate carcinoma is best achieved with the help of MRI and is recommended in the S3 guidelines especially for tumors with a clinical stage cT3/4 or with a Gleason grading system score ≥8. In addition to these applications MRI is mainly used under study conditions for local recurrence or active surveillance.
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- T Franiel
- Institut für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie II, Universitätsklinikum Jena, Erlanger Allee 101, 07747, Jena, Deutschland,
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CLINICAL/METHODICAL ISSUE Imaging plays an essential role in the therapeutic management of cancer of unknown primary (CUP) patients for localizing the primary tumor, for the identification of tumor entities for which a dedicated therapy regimen is available and for the characterization of clinicopathological subentities that direct the subsequent diagnostic and therapeutic strategy. STANDARD RADIOLOGICAL METHODS Modalities include conventional x-ray, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ultrasound as well as positron emission tomography (PET)-CT and MRI-PET. PERFORMANCE In whole body imaging CT has a high sensitivity for tumor entities which frequently present as a metastasized cancer illness. According to the current literature CT is diagnostic in 86% of patients with pancreatic carcinoma, in 36% of patients with colon carcinoma and in 74% of patients with lung carcinoma. Additionally a meta-analysis showed that for patients with squamous cell carcinoma and cervical lymph node metastases a positive diagnosis was possible in 22% of the cases using CT, in 36% using MRI and in 28-57% using 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose PET-CT ((18)F-FDG PET-CT). In addition, MRI plays an important role in the localization of primary occult tumors (e.g. breast and prostate) because of its high soft tissue contrast and options for functional imaging. ACHIEVEMENTS At the beginning of the diagnostic algorithm stands the search for a possible primary tumor and CT of the neck, thorax and abdomen is most frequently used for whole body staging. Subsequent organ-specific imaging examinations follow, e.g. mammography in women with axillary lymphadenopathy. For histological and immunohistochemical characterization of tumor tissue, imaging is also applied to identify the most accessible and representative tumor manifestation for biopsy. Tumor biopsy may be guided by CT, MRI or ultrasound and MRI also plays a central role in the localization of primary occult tumors because of superior soft tissue contrast and options for functional imaging (perfusion, diffusion), e.g. investigation of breast carcinoma or prostate carcinoma. PRACTICAL RECOMMENDATIONS Whole body staging stands at the beginning of the diagnostic algorithm in CUP syndrome to localize a potential primary tumor. Clinically, contrast-enhanced CT of the neck, thorax and abdomen is frequently applied; however, many studies have demonstrated augmented sensitivity of (18)F-FDG PET-CT for the detection of primary tumors and metastatic tumor manifestations.
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Lindemann A, Lüdtke-Buzug K, Fräderich BM, Gräfe K, Pries R, Wollenberg B. Biological impact of superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles for magnetic particle imaging of head and neck cancer cells. Int J Nanomedicine 2014; 9:5025-40. [PMID: 25378928 PMCID: PMC4218924 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s63873] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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Background As a tomographic imaging technology, magnetic particle imaging (MPI) allows high spatial resolution and sensitivity, and the possibility to create real-time images by determining the spatial distribution of magnetic particles. To ensure a prospective biosafe application of UL-D (University of Luebeck-Dextran coated superparamagnetic nanoparticles), we evaluated the biocompatibility of superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs), their impact on biological properties, and their cellular uptake using head and neck squamous cancer cells (HNSCCs). Methods SPIONs that met specific MPI requirements were synthesized as tracers. Labeling and uptake efficiency were analyzed by hematoxylin and eosin staining and magnetic particle spectrometry. Flow cytometry, 3-(4,5-Dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyl tetrazolium bromide (MTT) assays, and real-time cell analyzer assays were used to investigate apoptosis, proliferation, and the cytokine response of SPION-labeled cells. The production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) was determined using a fluorescent dye. Experimental results were compared to the contrast agent Resovist®, a standard agent used in MPI. Results UL-D nanoparticles and Resovist particles were taken up in vitro by HNSCCs via unspecific phagocytosis followed by cytosolic accumulation. To evaluate toxicity, flow cytometry analysis was performed; results showed that dose- and time-dependent administration of Resovist induced apoptosis whereas cell viability of UL-D-labeled cells was not altered. We observed decreased cell proliferation in response to increased SPION concentrations. An intracellular production of ROS could not be detected, suggesting that the particles did not cause oxidative stress. Tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α) and interleukins IL-6, IL-8, and IL-1β were measured to distinguish inflammatory responses. Only the primary tumor cell line labeled with >0.5 mM Resovist showed a significant increase in IL-1β secretion. Conclusion Our data suggest that UL-D SPIONs are a promising tracer material for use in innovative tumor cell analysis in MPI.
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- Antje Lindemann
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital of Schleswig-Holstein, Luebeck, Germany
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital of Schleswig-Holstein, Luebeck, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Engineering, University of Luebeck, Luebeck, Germany
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital of Schleswig-Holstein, Luebeck, Germany
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital of Schleswig-Holstein, Luebeck, Germany
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Accuracy of multiparametric MRI for prostate cancer detection: a meta-analysis. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2014; 202:343-51. [PMID: 24450675 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.13.11046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 322] [Impact Index Per Article: 32.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this diagnostic meta-analysis was to determine the diagnostic accuracy of multiparametric MRI for prostate cancer detection using anatomic T2-weighted imaging combined with two functional techniques: diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) and dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI (DCE-MRI). MATERIALS AND METHODS We searched electronic databases, including MEDLINE, Embase, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) up to February 3, 2012. We included diagnostic accuracy studies using a combination of T2-weighted imaging, DWI, and DCE-MRI to detect prostate cancer with histopathologic data from prostatectomy or biopsy as the reference standard. The methodologic quality was assessed with version 2 of the Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies (QUADAS-2) tool by two independent reviewers. Sensitivity and specificity of all studies were calculated from 2 × 2 tables, and the results were plotted in a hierarchic summary receiver operating characteristic plot. RESULTS Seven studies that met the inclusion criteria (526 patients) could be analyzed. The pooled data showed a specificity of 0.88 (95% CI, 0.82-0.92) and sensitivity of 0.74 (95% CI, 0.66-0.81) for prostate cancer detection, with negative predictive values (NPVs) ranging from 0.65 to 0.94. Subgroup analyses showed no significant difference between the subgroups. CONCLUSION The high specificity with variable but high NPVs and sensitivities implies a potential role for multiparametric MRI in detecting prostate cancer.
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Shukla-Dave A, Hricak H. Role of MRI in prostate cancer detection. NMR IN BIOMEDICINE 2014; 27:16-24. [PMID: 23495081 DOI: 10.1002/nbm.2934] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2012] [Revised: 01/08/2013] [Accepted: 01/25/2013] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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The standard approach for the detection of prostate cancer--prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening followed by transrectal ultrasonography (TRUS)-guided biopsy--has low sensitivity and provides limited information about the true extent and aggressiveness of the cancer. Improved methods are needed to assess the extent and aggressiveness of the cancer and to identify patients who will benefit from therapy. In recent years, there has been tremendous development of acquisition and processing tools for physiological and metabolic MRI techniques which play a potential role in the detection, localization and characterization of prostate cancer, such as dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI (DCE-MRI), diffusion-weighted MRI (DW-MRI) and/or proton MR spectroscopic imaging ((1)H MRSI). The standard protocol for prostate MRI without the use of a contrast agent involves multi-planar T1 -weighted MRI, T2 -weighted MRI and DW-MRI. This review discusses the potential role of MRI in the detection of prostate cancer, specifically describing the status of MRI as a tool for guiding targeted prostate biopsies and for detecting cancer in the untreated and treated gland. In addition, future areas of MRI research are briefly discussed. Groups conducting clinical trials should consider the recommendations put forward by the European Consensus Meeting, which state that the minimum requirements for prostate MRI are T1 -weighted MRI, T2 -weighted MRI, DCE-MRI (which involves the use of a contrast agent) and DW-MRI with a pelvic phased-array coil and propose the use of transperineal template mapping biopsies as the optimal reference standard.
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- Amita Shukla-Dave
- Department of Radiology, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, USA; Department of Medical Physics, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, USA
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Srimathveeravalli G, Kim C, Petrisor D, Ezell P, Coleman J, Hricak H, Solomon SB, Stoianovici D. MRI-safe robot for targeted transrectal prostate biopsy: animal experiments. BJU Int 2013; 113:977-85. [PMID: 24118992 DOI: 10.1111/bju.12335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To study the feasibility and safety of using a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-safe robot for assisting MRI-guided transrectal needle placement and biopsy in the prostate, using a canine model. To determine the accuracy and precision afforded by the use of the robot while targeting a desired location in the organ. MATERIALS AND METHODS In a study approved by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, six healthy adult male beagles with prostates of at least 15 × 15 mm in size at the largest transverse section were chosen for the procedure. The probe portion of the robot was placed into the rectum of the dog, images were acquired and image-to-robot registration was performed. Images acquired after placement of the robot were reviewed and a radiologist selected targets for needle placement in the gland. Depending on the size of the prostate, up to a maximum of six needle placements were performed on each dog. After needle placement, robot-assisted core biopsies were performed on four dogs that had larger prostate volumes and extracted cores were analysed for potential diagnostic value. RESULTS Robot-assisted MRI-guided needle placements were performed to target a total of 30 locations in six dogs, achieving a targeting accuracy of 2.58 mm (mean) and precision of 1.31 mm (SD). All needle placements were successfully completed on the first attempt. The mean time required to select a desired target location in the prostate, align the needle guide to that point, insert the needle and perform the biopsy was ∼ 3 min. For this targeting accuracy study, the inserted needle was also imaged after its placement in the prostate, which took an additional 6-8 min. Signal-to-noise ratio analysis indicated that the presence of the robot within the scanner bore had minimal impact on the quality of the images acquired. Analysis of intact biopsy core samples indicated that the samples contained prostatic tissues, appropriate for making a potential diagnosis. Dogs used in the study did not experience device- or procedure-related complications. CONCLUSIONS Results from this preclinical pilot animal study suggest that MRI-targeted transrectal biopsies are feasible to perform and this procedure may be safely assisted by an MRI-safe robotic device.
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Du Y, Lai PT, Leung CH, Pong PWT. Design of superparamagnetic nanoparticles for magnetic particle imaging (MPI). Int J Mol Sci 2013; 14:18682-710. [PMID: 24030719 PMCID: PMC3794803 DOI: 10.3390/ijms140918682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2013] [Revised: 07/29/2013] [Accepted: 08/14/2013] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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Magnetic particle imaging (MPI) is a promising medical imaging technique producing quantitative images of the distribution of tracer materials (superparamagnetic nanoparticles) without interference from the anatomical background of the imaging objects (either phantoms or lab animals). Theoretically, the MPI platform can image with relatively high temporal and spatial resolution and sensitivity. In practice, the quality of the MPI images hinges on both the applied magnetic field and the properties of the tracer nanoparticles. Langevin theory can model the performance of superparamagnetic nanoparticles and predict the crucial influence of nanoparticle core size on the MPI signal. In addition, the core size distribution, anisotropy of the magnetic core and surface modification of the superparamagnetic nanoparticles also determine the spatial resolution and sensitivity of the MPI images. As a result, through rational design of superparamagnetic nanoparticles, the performance of MPI could be effectively optimized. In this review, the performance of superparamagnetic nanoparticles in MPI is investigated. Rational synthesis and modification of superparamagnetic nanoparticles are discussed and summarized. The potential medical application areas for MPI, including cardiovascular system, oncology, stem cell tracking and immune related imaging are also analyzed and forecasted.
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- Yimeng Du
- Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, the University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong; E-Mails: (Y.D.); (P.T.L.); (C.H.L.)
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- Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, the University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong; E-Mails: (Y.D.); (P.T.L.); (C.H.L.)
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- Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, the University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong; E-Mails: (Y.D.); (P.T.L.); (C.H.L.)
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- Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, the University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong; E-Mails: (Y.D.); (P.T.L.); (C.H.L.)
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Wang S, Peng Y, Medved M, Yousuf AN, Ivancevic MK, Karademir I, Jiang Y, Antic T, Sammet S, Oto A, Karczmar GS. Hybrid multidimensional T(2) and diffusion-weighted MRI for prostate cancer detection. J Magn Reson Imaging 2013; 39:781-8. [PMID: 23908146 DOI: 10.1002/jmri.24212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2012] [Accepted: 04/15/2013] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To study the dependence of apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) and T2 on echo time (TE) and b-value, respectively, in normal prostate and prostate cancer, using two-dimensional MRI sampling, referred to as "hybrid multidimensional imaging." MATERIALS AND METHODS The study included 10 patients with biopsy-proven prostate cancer who underwent 3 Tesla prostate MRI. Diffusion-weighted MRI (DWI) data were acquired at b = 0, 750, and 1500 s/mm(2) . For each b-value, data were acquired at TEs of 47, 75, and 100 ms. ADC and T2 were measured as a function of b-value and TE, respectively, in 15 cancer and 10 normal regions of interest (ROIs). The Friedman test was used to test the significance of changes in ADC as a function of TE and of T2 as a function of b-value. RESULTS In normal prostate ROIs, the ADC at TE of 47 ms is significantly smaller than ADC at TE of 100 ms (P = 0.0003) and T2 at b-value of 0 s/mm(2) is significantly longer than T2 at b-value of 1500 s/mm(2) (P = 0.001). In cancer ROIs, average ADC and T2 values do not change as a function of TE and b-value, respectively. However, in many cancer pixels, there are large decreases in the ADC as a function of TE and large increases in T2 as a function of b-value. Cancers are more conspicuous in ADC maps at longer TEs. CONCLUSION Parameters derived from hybrid imaging that depend on coupled/associated values of ADC and T2 may improve the accuracy of MRI in diagnosing prostate cancer.
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- Shiyang Wang
- Department of Radiology, the University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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Abdolahi M, Shahbazi-Gahrouei D, Laurent S, Sermeus C, Firozian F, Allen BJ, Boutry S, Muller RN. Synthesis and in vitro evaluation of MR molecular imaging probes using J591 mAb-conjugated SPIONs for specific detection of prostate cancer. CONTRAST MEDIA & MOLECULAR IMAGING 2013; 8:175-84. [PMID: 23281290 DOI: 10.1002/cmmi.1514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2012] [Revised: 09/21/2012] [Accepted: 09/28/2012] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Carcinoma of the prostate is the most frequent diagnosed malignant tumor in men and is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in this group. The cure rate of prostate cancer is highly dependent on the stage of disease at the diagnosis and early detection is key to designing effective treatment strategies. The objective of the present study is to make a specific MR imaging probe for targeted imaging of cancer cells. We take advantage of the fact that many types of prostate cancer cells express high levels of prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) on their cell surface. The imaging strategy is to use superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs), attached to an antibody (J591) that binds to the extracellular domain of PSMA, to specifically enhance the contrast of PSMA-expressing prostate cancer cells. Conjugation of mAb J591 to commercial SPIONs was achieved using a heterobifunctional linker, sulfo-SMCC. Two types of prostate cancer cell lines were chosen for experiments: LNCaP (PSMA+) and DU145 (PSMA-). MRI and cell uptake experiments demonstrated the high potential of the synthesized nanoprobe as a specific MRI contrast agent for detection of PSMA-expressing prostate cancer cells.
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- Mohammad Abdolahi
- Department of Medical Physics and Medical Engineering, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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Metcalfe P, Liney GP, Holloway L, Walker A, Barton M, Delaney GP, Vinod S, Tome W. The potential for an enhanced role for MRI in radiation-therapy treatment planning. Technol Cancer Res Treat 2013; 12:429-46. [PMID: 23617289 PMCID: PMC4527434 DOI: 10.7785/tcrt.2012.500342] [Citation(s) in RCA: 138] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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The exquisite soft-tissue contrast of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has meant that the technique is having an increasing role in contouring the gross tumor volume (GTV) and organs at risk (OAR) in radiation therapy treatment planning systems (TPS). MRI-planning scans from diagnostic MRI scanners are currently incorporated into the planning process by being registered to CT data. The soft-tissue data from the MRI provides target outline guidance and the CT provides a solid geometric and electron density map for accurate dose calculation on the TPS computer. There is increasing interest in MRI machine placement in radiotherapy clinics as an adjunct to CT simulators. Most vendors now offer 70 cm bores with flat couch inserts and specialised RF coil designs. We would refer to these devices as MR-simulators. There is also research into the future application of MR-simulators independent of CT and as in-room image-guidance devices. It is within the background of this increased interest in the utility of MRI in radiotherapy treatment planning that this paper is couched. The paper outlines publications that deal with standard MRI sequences used in current clinical practice. It then discusses the potential for using processed functional diffusion maps (fDM) derived from diffusion weighted image sequences in tracking tumor activity and tumor recurrence. Next, this paper reviews publications that describe the use of MRI in patient-management applications that may, in turn, be relevant to radiotherapy treatment planning. The review briefly discusses the concepts behind functional techniques such as dynamic contrast enhanced (DCE), diffusion-weighted (DW) MRI sequences and magnetic resonance spectroscopic imaging (MRSI). Significant applications of MR are discussed in terms of the following treatment sites: brain, head and neck, breast, lung, prostate and cervix. While not yet routine, the use of apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) map analysis indicates an exciting future application for functional MRI. Although DW-MRI has not yet been routinely used in boost adaptive techniques, it is being assessed in cohort studies for sub-volume boosting in prostate tumors.
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- P Metcalfe
- Centre for Medical Radiation Physics, University of Wollongong, NSW, Australia.
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Li B, Du Y, Yang H, Huang Y, Meng J, Xiao D. Magnetic resonance imaging for prostate cancer clinical application. Chin J Cancer Res 2013; 25:240-9. [PMID: 23592906 DOI: 10.3978/j.issn.1000-9604.2013.03.06] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2012] [Accepted: 12/14/2012] [Indexed: 01/16/2023] Open
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As prostate cancer is a biologically heterogeneous disease for which a variety of treatment options are available, the major objective of prostate cancer imaging is to achieve more precise disease characterization. In clinical practice, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is one of the imaging tools for the evaluation of prostate cancer, the fusion of MRI or dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI (DCE-MRI) with magnetic resonance spectroscopic imaging (MRSI) is improving the evaluation of cancer location, size, and extent, while providing an indication of tumor aggressiveness. This review summarizes the role of MRI in the application of prostate cancer and describes molecular MRI techniques (including MRSI and DCE-MRI) for aiding prostate cancer management.
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- Bing Li
- Sichuan Key Laboratory of Medical Imaging, Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong 637000, China ; Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong 637000, China
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Bourne R. Magnetic resonance microscopy of prostate tissue: How basic science can inform clinical imaging development. J Med Radiat Sci 2013; 60:5-10. [PMID: 26229601 PMCID: PMC4175794 DOI: 10.1002/jmrs.3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2012] [Accepted: 12/05/2012] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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This commentary outlines how magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) microscopy studies of prostate tissue samples and whole organs have shed light on a number of clinical imaging mysteries and may enable more effective development of new clinical imaging methods.
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- Roger Bourne
- Discipline of Medical Radiation Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, The University of Sydney Sydney, New South Wales 2006, Australia
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Gill H, Wu J. Prostate specific antigen: the past, present and future. Curr Urol 2013; 6:175-8. [PMID: 24917739 PMCID: PMC3783281 DOI: 10.1159/000343535] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2012] [Accepted: 12/04/2012] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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AIM To review current data available on use of prostate specific antigen for screening healthy men for prostate cancer. METHODS Literature was reviewed and the guidelines from, American cancer Society, American Urologic Association was reviewed. RESULTS Current screening protocols lead to over diagnosis of prostate cancer. This often results in unnecessary biopsy procedures and treatments. CONCLUSION We must consider the benefit of screening and treatment with the harms of over diagnosis and over treatment. Newer imaging modalities like magnetic resonance imaging have to be evaluated further.
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- Harcharan Gill
- Department of Urology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, Calif., USA
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Froehlich JM, Triantafyllou M, Fleischmann A, Vermathen P, Thalmann GN, Thoeny HC. Does quantification of USPIO uptake-related signal loss allow differentiation of benign and malignant normal-sized pelvic lymph nodes? CONTRAST MEDIA & MOLECULAR IMAGING 2012; 7:346-55. [PMID: 22539405 DOI: 10.1002/cmmi.503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Ultrasmall superparamagnetic iron oxide (USPIO) particles are promising contrast media, especially for molecular and cellular imaging besides lymph node staging owing to their superior NMR efficacy, macrophage uptake and lymphotropic properties. The goal of the present prospective clinical work was to validate quantification of signal decrease on high-resolution T(2)-weighted MR sequences before and 24-36 h after USPIO administration for accurate differentiation between benign and malignant normal-sized pelvic lymph nodes. Fifty-eight patients with bladder or prostate cancer were examined on a 3 T MR unit and their respective lymph node signal intensities (SI), signal-to-noise (SNR) and contrast-to-noise (CNR) were determined on pre- and post-contrast 3D T(2)-weighted turbo spin echo (TSE) images. Based on histology and/or localization, USPIO-uptake-related SI/SNR decrease of benign vs malignant and pelvic vs inguinal lymph nodes was compared. Out of 2182 resected lymph nodes 366 were selected for MRI post-processing. Benign pelvic lymph nodes showed a significantly higher SI/SNR decrease compared with malignant nodes (p < 0.0001). Inguinal lymph nodes in comparison to pelvic lymph nodes presented a reduced SI/SNR decrease (p < 0.0001). CNR did not differ significantly between benign and malignant lymph nodes. The receiver operating curve analysis yielded an area under the curve of 0.96, and the point with optimal accuracy was found at a threshold value of 13.5% SNR decrease. Overlap of SI and SNR changes between benign and malignant lymph nodes were attributed to partial voluming, lipomatosis, histiocytosis or focal lymphoreticular hyperplasia. USPIO-enhanced MRI improves the diagnostic ability of lymph node staging in normal-sized lymph nodes, although some overlap of SI/SNR-changes remained. Quantification of USPIO-dependent SNR decrease will enable the validation of this promising technique with the final goal of improving and individualizing patient care.
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- Johannes M Froehlich
- Department of Radiology, Neuroradiology and Nuclear Medicine, University Hospital and Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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Akin O, Brennan SB, Dershaw DD, Ginsberg MS, Gollub MJ, Schöder H, Panicek DM, Hricak H. Advances in oncologic imaging: update on 5 common cancers. CA Cancer J Clin 2012; 62:364-93. [PMID: 23070605 DOI: 10.3322/caac.21156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Imaging has become a pivotal component throughout a patient's encounter with cancer, from initial disease detection and characterization through treatment response assessment and posttreatment follow-up. Recent progress in imaging technology has presented new opportunities for improving clinical care. This article provides updates on the latest approaches to imaging of 5 common cancers: breast, lung, prostate, and colorectal cancers, and lymphoma.
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- Oguz Akin
- Weill Medical College of Cornell University, Memorial Hospital for Cancer and Allied Diseases, New York, NY, USA
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Foltz WD, Wu A, Chung P, Catton C, Bayley A, Milosevic M, Bristow R, Warde P, Simeonov A, Jaffray DA, Haider MA, Ménard C. Changes in apparent diffusion coefficient and T2 relaxation during radiotherapy for prostate cancer. J Magn Reson Imaging 2012; 37:909-16. [PMID: 23097411 DOI: 10.1002/jmri.23885] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2012] [Accepted: 09/14/2012] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To evaluate regional and temporal changes in apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) and T2 relaxation during radiation therapy (RT) in patients with low and intermediate risk localized prostate cancer. MATERIALS AND METHODS Seventeen patients enrolled on a prospective clinical trial where MRI was acquired every 2 weeks throughout eight weeks of image-guided prostate IMRT (78 Gy/39 fractions). ADC and T2 quantification used entire prostate, central gland, benign peripheral zone, and tumor-dense regions-of-interest, and mean values were evaluated for common response trends. RESULTS Overall, the RT responses were greater than volunteer measurement repeatability, and week 6 appeared to be an optimum time-point for early detection. RT effects on the entire prostate were best detected using ADC (5-7% by week 2, P < 0.0125), effects on peripheral zone were best detected using T2 (19% reduction at week 6; P = 0.004) and effects on tumors were best detected using ADC (14% elevation at week 6; P = 0.004). CONCLUSION ADC and T2 may be candidate biomarkers of early response to RT warranting further investigation against clinical outcomes.
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- Warren D Foltz
- Radiation Medicine Program, Princess Margaret Hospital, and Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Prensner JR, Rubin MA, Wei JT, Chinnaiyan AM. Beyond PSA: the next generation of prostate cancer biomarkers. Sci Transl Med 2012; 4:127rv3. [PMID: 22461644 DOI: 10.1126/scitranslmed.3003180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 332] [Impact Index Per Article: 27.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Since the introduction of serum prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening 25 years ago, prostate cancer diagnosis and management have been guided by this biomarker. Yet, PSA has proven controversial as a screening assay owing to several inherent limitations. The next wave of prostate cancer biomarkers has emerged, introducing new assays in serum and urine that may supplement or, in time, replace PSA because of their higher cancer specificity. This expanding universe of biomarkers has been facilitated, in large part, by new genomic technologies that have enabled an unbiased look at cancer biology. Such efforts have produced several notable success stories that involve rapidly moving biomarkers from the bench to the clinic. However, biomarker research has centered on disease diagnostics, rather than prognosis and prediction, which would address disease management. The development of biomarkers to stratify risk of prostate cancer aggressiveness at the time of screening remains the greatest unmet clinical need in prostate cancer. We review the current state of prostate cancer biomarker research, including the PSA revolution, its impact on early cancer detection, the recent advances in biomarker discovery, and the future efforts that promise to improve clinical management of this disease.
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- John R Prensner
- Michigan Center for Translational Pathology, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA
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Greene DE, Mayadev JS, Valicenti RK. Radiation treatment for patients with intermediate-risk prostate cancer. Ther Adv Urol 2012; 4:113-24. [PMID: 22654963 DOI: 10.1177/1756287212442977] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Around 70% of men presenting with prostate cancer will have organ-confined disease, with the majority presenting with low- or intermediate-risk prostate cancer. This article reviews the evidence supporting the current standard of care in radiation oncology for the evaluation and management of men with intermediate-risk prostate cancer. Dose escalation, hormonal therapy, combined modality therapy, and modern techniques for the delivery of radiation therapy are reviewed.
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- David E Greene
- Lieutenant Commander, 4501 X st, Radiation Oncology, Sacramento, CA 95817, USA
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Kircher MF, Willmann JK. Molecular body imaging: MR imaging, CT, and US. part I. principles. Radiology 2012; 263:633-43. [PMID: 22623690 DOI: 10.1148/radiol.12102394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 133] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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Molecular imaging, generally defined as noninvasive imaging of cellular and subcellular events, has gained tremendous depth and breadth as a research and clinical discipline in recent years. The coalescence of major advances in engineering, molecular biology, chemistry, immunology, and genetics has fueled multi- and interdisciplinary innovations with the goal of driving clinical noninvasive imaging strategies that will ultimately allow disease identification, risk stratification, and monitoring of therapy effects with unparalleled sensitivity and specificity. Techniques that allow imaging of molecular and cellular events facilitate and go hand in hand with the development of molecular therapies, offering promise for successfully combining imaging with therapy. While traditionally nuclear medicine imaging techniques, in particular positron emission tomography (PET), PET combined with computed tomography (CT), and single photon emission computed tomography, have been the molecular imaging methods most familiar to clinicians, great advances have recently been made in developing imaging techniques that utilize magnetic resonance (MR), optical, CT, and ultrasonographic (US) imaging. In the first part of this review series, we present an overview of the principles of MR imaging-, CT-, and US-based molecular imaging strategies.
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- Moritz F Kircher
- Department of Radiology, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, USA
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Current world literature. Curr Opin Urol 2012; 22:336-45. [PMID: 22677776 DOI: 10.1097/mou.0b013e3283551cbf] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Jeong CW, Ku JH, Moon KC, Hong SK, Byun SS, Cho JY, Kim HH, Kim SH, Lee SE, Kwak C. Can Conventional Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Prostate Needle Biopsy, or Their Combination Predict the Laterality of Clinically Localized Prostate Cancer? Urology 2012; 79:1322-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2012.01.080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2011] [Revised: 01/13/2012] [Accepted: 01/13/2012] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Buckle T, Brouwer OR, Valdés Olmos RA, van der Poel HG, van Leeuwen FW. Relationship Between Intraprostatic Tracer Deposits and Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping in Prostate Cancer Patients. J Nucl Med 2012; 53:1026-33. [DOI: 10.2967/jnumed.111.098517] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Bertilsson H, Tessem MB, Flatberg A, Viset T, Gribbestad I, Angelsen A, Halgunset J. Changes in gene transcription underlying the aberrant citrate and choline metabolism in human prostate cancer samples. Clin Cancer Res 2012; 18:3261-9. [PMID: 22510345 DOI: 10.1158/1078-0432.ccr-11-2929] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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PURPOSE Low concentrations of citrate and high concentrations of choline-containing compounds (ChoCC) are metabolic characteristics observed by magnetic resonance spectroscopy of prostate cancer tissue. The objective was to investigate the gene expression changes underlying these metabolic aberrations to find regulatory genes with potential for targeted therapies. EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN Fresh frozen samples (n = 133) from 41 patients undergoing radical prostatectomy were included. Histopathologic evaluation was carried out for each sample before a metabolic profile was obtained with high-resolution magic angle spinning (HR-MAS) spectroscopy. Following the HR-MAS, RNA was extracted from the same sample and quality controlled before carrying out microarray gene expression profiling. A partial least square statistical model was used to integrate the data sets to identify genes whose expression show significant covariance with citrate and ChoCC levels. RESULTS Samples were classified as benign, n = 35; cancer of low grade (Gleason score 6), n = 24; intermediate grade (Gleason score 7), n = 41; or high grade (Gleason score ≥ 8), n = 33. RNA quality was high with a mean RNA Integrity Number score of 9.1 (SD 1.2). Gene products predicting significantly a reduced citrate level were acetyl citrate lyase (ACLY, P = 0.003) and m-aconitase (ACON, P < 0.001). The two genes whose expression most closely accompanied the increase in ChoCC were those of phospholipase A2 group VII (PLA2G7, P < 0.001) and choline kinase α (CHKA, P = 0.002). CONCLUSIONS By integrating histologic, transcriptomic, and metabolic data, our study has contributed to an expanded understanding of the mechanisms underlying aberrant citrate and ChoCC levels in prostate cancer.
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- Helena Bertilsson
- Department of Laboratory Medicine and Children's and Women's Health, Circulation and Medical Imaging, Cancer Research and Molecular Medicine, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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[Magnetic resonance tomography-guided interventional procedure for diagnosis of prostate cancer]. Radiologe 2011; 51:962-8. [PMID: 22012569 DOI: 10.1007/s00117-011-2180-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/16/2022]
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In recent years magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has been increasingly established in the diagnosis of prostate cancer in addition to transrectal ultrasonography (TRUS). The use of T2-weighted imaging allows an exact delineation of the zonal anatomy of the prostate and its surrounding structures. Other MR imaging tools, such as dynamic contrast-enhanced T1-weighted imaging or diffusion-weighted imaging allow an inference of the biochemical characteristics (multiparametric MRI). Prostate cancer, which could only be diagnosed using MR imaging or lesions suspected as being prostate cancer, which are localized in the anterior aspect of the prostate and were missed with repetitive TRUS biopsy, need to undergo MR guided biopsy. Recent studies have shown a good correlation between MR imaging and histopathology of specimens collected by MR-guided biopsy. Improved lesion targeting is therefore possible with MR-guided biopsy. So far data suggest that MR-guided biopsy of the prostate is a promising alternative diagnostic tool to TRUS-guided biopsy.
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