title: Approach to risk stratification in testicular germ cell tumors: a primer for radiologists.
abstract: Oncologists increasingly exploit differences in testicular germ cell tumors to deliver more personalized treatment. Imaging is essential in this process, aiding in the selection of risk-stratified management strategies. Consideration of relevant prognostic factors strengthens image interpretation, allowing for a more nuanced radiographic evaluation. This paper uses a clinically focused, stage-by-stage approach to delineate the risk factors for relapse and metastasis that radiologists should consider during staging, response assessment, and surveillance.
authors.affiliation: Harvard Medical School, 25 Shattuck St, Boston, MA, 02115, USA, mwood9@partners.org.
authors.forename: Monica J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Wood
authors.forename: Sree Harsha
authors.initials: SH
authors.lastname: Tirumani
authors.forename: Christopher
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Sweeney
authors.forename: Nikhil H
authors.initials: NH
authors.lastname: Ramaiya
authors.forename: Stephanie A
authors.initials: SA
authors.lastname: Howard
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009367:Neoplasm Staging / Q000379:methods; D009373:Neoplasms, Germ Cell and Embryonal / Q000175:diagnosis*; D011379:Prognosis; D018570:Risk Assessment; D012307:Risk Factors; D013736:Testicular Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis*; D055815:Young Adult