Role of imaging in testicular cancer: current and future practice. (September 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Barrisford, Glen W; Kreydin, Evgeniy I; Preston, Mark A; Rodriguez, Dayron; Harisighani, Mukesh G; Feldman, Adam S
• Is Part Of: Future oncology. Volume 11:Number 18(2015)
• Page Start: 2575
• Page End: 2586
• Publication Date: 2015-09
• Subjects: diagnostic imaging -- testicular neoplasms -- testis cancer; Oncology -- Periodicals; 616.99405
• DOI: 10.2217/fon.15.194
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1479-6694

Abstract

The article provides a summary of the epidemiologic and clinical aspects of testicular malignancy. Current standard imaging and novel techniques are reviewed. Present data and clinical treatment trends have favored surveillance protocols over adjuvant radiation or chemotherapy for low-stage testicular malignancy. This has resulted in increasing numbers of imaging studies and the potential for increased long-term exposure risks. Understanding imaging associated risks as well as strategies to minimize these risks is of increasing importance. The development, validation and incorporation of alternative lower risk highly efficacious and cost-effective imaging techniques is essential.