Technical considerations for positioning and placement of a transperineal ultrasound probe during prostate radiotherapy

Technical considerations for positioning and placement of a transperineal ultrasound probe during prostate radiotherapy

Abstract This technical evaluation aims to provide practice ‘how to’ guidelines for radiation therapists (RTs) when positioning a transperineal ultrasound (TPUS) probe during prostate radiotherapy. Recommendations and practical tips will be provided for the best practice in TPUS‐guided workflow to o...

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Main Authors: Eric Pei Ping Pang, Kellie Knight, Ronnie Wing‐Kin Leung, Michael Lian Chek Wang, Jason Wei Siang Chan, Gee Keng Low, Irene Kai Ling Seah, Muhammad Asri Bin Atan, Jairia Yih Huei Chai, Grace Chuk‐Kwan Ng, Tommy Chung‐Sing Yang, Jeffrey Kit Loong Tuan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2021-06-01
Series:Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences
Subjects:
Intra‐fraction motion
Prostate radiotherapy
Real‐time
TPUS
Patient positioning
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/jmrs.439
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Summary:Abstract This technical evaluation aims to provide practice ‘how to’ guidelines for radiation therapists (RTs) when positioning a transperineal ultrasound (TPUS) probe during prostate radiotherapy. Recommendations and practical tips will be provided for the best practice in TPUS‐guided workflow to obtain optimal ultrasound images for accurate interpretation and registration of the prostate gland. This will assist the RTs in making consistent and accurate clinical decision in an ultrasound‐guided radiotherapy workflow for prostate treatment. The implementation process and the associated successes and challenges will also be described to assist institutions who may be investigating the potential of implementing this system.
ISSN:2051-3895
2051-3909

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