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MRI-Guided Adaptive Radiation Therapy for Oligometastatic Prostate Cancer Involving the Adrenal Gland: A Case Report and Literature Review

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Introduction: Metastasis-directed therapy is an evolving treatment modality for patients with oligometastatic prostate cancer. Although the microenvironment of the adrenal glands is enriched in androgen precursors, isolated adrenal metastases are rare. The application of stereotactic ablative radiotherapy (SBRT) to oligometastatic adrenal lesions has been limited due to toxicity concerns. Case Presentation: We report a patient with castration resistant prostate cancer and oligometastatic disease recurrence to the adrenal gland who underwent MRI-guided adaptive radiotherapy, which allowed accurate delivery of SBRT while minimizing exposure to adjacent radiosensitive organs. This approach was safe and resulted in long-term local and systemic disease control. Conclusion: This case highlights the potential role for MRI-guided SBRT in selected patients with oligometastatic prostate cancer to the adrenal glands.

Source: Case Reports in Oncology

DOI: 10.1159/000545983

Authors: Fabian J. Bolte, Christopher K. Luminais, Matthew Mistro, Michael E. Devitt

Institutions: University of Virginia Medical Center, University of Virginia Cancer Center, University of Virginia

Language: English

Topic: Advanced Radiotherapy Techniques

Subfield: Radiation

Field: Physics and Astronomy

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,170