Upper GI 2017

Imaging the primary – PET-CT

Utility for Radiotherapy planning Systematic review* : • 3/50 studies demonstrated positive correlation of PET-CT length with path • 1/50 showed improved inter & intra observer variability • No studies demonstrated improved locoregional control

*Muijs CT, Beukema JC, Pruim J 2010. Radiother Oncol. Nov;97(2):165-71