Indications and Limitations of Conventional Imaging - Current Clinical Practice in the Context of Standard Therapy

Abstract

Imaging has critical roles in the management of glioma; MRI is routinely performed for initial diagnostic evaluation, preoperative planning, and posttreatment monitoring for tumor recurrence. In this chapter, standard therapy for high- and low-grade gliomas is outlined with emphasis on how imaging contributes to various stages of treatment. Limitations of conventional imaging techniques for these roles are also discussed to highlight the need of developing advanced imaging methods to overcome these limitations.