Current State of Pediatric Neuro-oncology Imaging, Challenges and Future Directions

Overview

Journal Neoplasia

Publisher Elsevier

Specialty Oncology

Date 2023 Feb 12

PMID 36774835

Authors

Ali Nabavizadeh

Matthew J Barkovich

Ali Mian

Van NGo

Anahita Fathi Kazerooni

Javier E Villanueva-Meyer

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Abstract

Imaging plays a central role in neuro-oncology including primary diagnosis, treatment planning, and surveillance of tumors. The emergence of quantitative imaging and radiomics provided an uprecedented opportunity to compile mineable databases that can be utilized in a variety of applications. In this review, we aim to summarize the current state of conventional and advanced imaging techniques, standardization efforts, fast protocols, contrast and sedation in pediatric neuro-oncologic imaging, radiomics-radiogenomics, multi-omics and molecular imaging approaches. We will also address the existing challenges and discuss future directions.

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