Real-Time Magnetic Resonance Imaging Guidance to Enable Brachytherapy: A Case Series

Practical Radiation Oncology 2026 Open access

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Authors: John Mohan Mathew, Robert Weersink, Alejandro G Berlin, Enrique Gutierrez Valencia, Alexandra Rink, Monica Serban, Carlton Johny, Nauman Malik, Anisha I. Patel, Kitty Chan, Peter W M Chung, Rachel Glicksman
DOI: 10.1016/j.prro.2025.12.009
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Abstract

Real-time magnetic resonance (MR) guidance during brachytherapy (MRgBT) offers superior soft tissue definition and precise target identification during catheter implantation while minimizing treatment-related complications. This report reviewed the use of MRgBT in a series of complex clinical situations where brachytherapy would have been impossible without MR guidance, and alternate treatment modalities would have involved potentially significant morbidity to the patients. We highlighted the safety and efficacy of MRgBT in controlling targetable disease in a specific group of patients without precluding the ability to go for subsequent treatment options when indicated.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced MRI Techniques and Applications Advanced Radiotherapy Techniques Coronary Interventions and Diagnostics

Publication details

Journal / source
Practical Radiation Oncology
Volume
16
Issue
3
Pages
e228–e233
Publication date
2 January 2026
Language
EN