Molecular imaging of biologic characteristics and drug uptake : towards personalized medicine using dose painting

H.J.W.L. Aerts

doi:10.26481/dis.20101216ha

Molecular imaging of biologic characteristics and drug uptake : towards personalized medicine using dose painting

H.J.W.L. Aerts

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Abstract

One of the innovations in medical care is offering customized treatment. The expectation is that these specific treatments will improve the survival chances of cancer patients. This PhD research studied molecular imaging techniques for this role. The findings were that CT-PET scans can be used to identify the most dangerous areas in the tumour that can be compensated with a higher dose of radiotherapy. In the upcoming years, this hypothesis will be tested on the basis of these successful results. This research was financed by the Koningin Wilhelmina Fonds (Dutch Cancer Society).

Original language	English
Qualification	Doctor of Philosophy
Awarding Institution	Maastricht University
Supervisors/Advisors	Lambin, Philippe, Supervisor de Ruysscher, Dirk, Supervisor Dekker, Andre, Co-Supervisor
Award date	16 Dec 2010
Place of Publication	Maastricht
Publisher	Datawyse / Universitaire Pers Maastricht
Print ISBNs	9789461590220
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.26481/dis.20101216ha
Publication status	Published - 1 Jan 2010

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