[Importance of sonotomography in radiation therapy (author's transl)].
Ultrasound tomography provides true scale representation of body contours and organ structures. The image supplies substantial, individual geometrical data, essential for computerized radiation treatment planning. The mehtod is described. Typical planning examples for therapy are demonstrated. The value of follow up sonograms for radiation therapy is described. The limitations of the method are pointed out.
D006801:Humans; D066298:In Vitro Techniques; D008297:Male; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000532:radiotherapy*; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D011879:Radiotherapy Dosage; D014054:Tomography; D014463:Ultrasonography
Die Bedeutung der Sonotomographie in der Strahlentherapie