Paul Martin Knechtges MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Mark David Hohenwalter MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Beth A. Erickson MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

1) Review the radiologic features of female gynecologic cancers for both intact and post-operative presentations. 2) Review the radiologic features of female gynecologic cancers before, during and after external beam irradiation and brachytherapy. 3) Review the recommended external beam and brachythreapy contouring guidelines for intact and post operative gynecologic cancer presentations.

The treatment of gynecologic cancers with radiation as a component of treatment requires a clear understanding of the imaging characteristics of disease  before and after radiation. Knowledge of the patterns of cancer spread , both locally and regionally, is important in designing radiation treatment plans which may include external beam and/or  brachytherapy. Proper contouring of radiation targets and organs at risk is essential in developing treatment plans which maximize the benefits and minimize the risks of radiation,  both for external beam and brachytherapy. The subsequent follow up of patients with imaging after radiation is also important in helping to identify recurrent disease and complications.Radiation oncologists and radiologists working in collaboration can enhance the care of these patients before, during  and after treatment.  

Knechtges, P, Hohenwalter, M, Erickson, B, BOOST: Gynecology—Oncology Anatomy (An Interactive Session).  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/13011361.html