Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Oncology

NEW in JMIRO! From "Pie in the Sky" to a nationally significant research program: this new article chronicles the Australian MRI Linac Program, a 16-year effort that secured over $27 million in funding, produced more than 120 publications, and trained a new generation of researchers in MRI-guided radiotherapy. Read more: https://ow.ly/ubXh50ZbAs8

Check out ! This research explores the role of CT imaging in detecting internal lymphoedema following radiotherapy for head and neck cancer. Swallowing structures were contoured on the CT simulation, the last cone-beam CT and the three-month PET/CT scan for 26 H&N patients. Changes in the dimensions of swallowing structures were correlated with swallowing outcomes via linear regression models. Persistent swelling was seen at the epiglottis (0.77cm3, 95% CI [0.50, 1.04], p < 0.0001), base of tongue (6.92 cm3, [4.82, 9.03], p = 0.0001) and middle pharyngeal constrictors (2.77cm3, [1.63, 3.91], p = 0.0001). Total volume of all structures at three months was positively associated with Sydney Swallow Questionnaire (SSQ) scores (β = 31.198, [12.521, 49.875], p = 0.005). Read more: https://ow.ly/74xW50YYaSf

Radiation‐Associated Internal Lymphoedema and Swallowing Impairment in Head and Neck Cancer: Insights From Imaging and Manometry Introduction Lymphoedema is a significant complication following head and neck cancer (HNC) treatment. We examined the use of computed tomography (CT) to detect internal lymphoedema (IL) based on se...

New in ! Research from New Zealand highlights a missed opportunity in cardiovascular prevention. Of 1602 patients admitted with acute MI, 16.8% had a prior non-cardiac NGTCT. CAC was reported in 70 reports (26%), with visual severity grading provided in 14 (20%), none included a management recommendation. Read more: https://ow.ly/6HAb50YYaqJ

Check out ! This article explores the often-overlooked issue of financial toxicity for patients undergoing treatment for cervical cancer. This is the important conversation about equity, access, and the overall impact of cancer care. 🔗 Read the full article and be part of the discussion. https://ow.ly/1OpO50YQZS0

New in JMIRO! Emerging evidence of benefits of EVT in later stages of infarct have raised questions about the requirement of perfusion CTs. This study evaluates non-perfusion CT imaging for decision-making for endovascular thrombectomy for large vessel occlusion. High interobserver agreement was observed for LVO detection and IR referral and > 90% accuracy in LVO detection. Read more: https://ow.ly/Jmop50YUOiY

Check out ! This article examines patterns of radiation therapy utilisation following the establishment of regional treatment facilities in Queensland. These findings highlight the critical role of geographical access in treatment uptake. Read more: https://ow.ly/IOI550YQZMF

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This study evaluated embolisation outcomes for renal angiomyolipomas across different embolic agents.

Key findings:
• 91% technical success
• Mean tumour size reduction of 1.75 cm
• Liquid embolic agents achieved the greatest tumour reduction and 0% re-intervention rate
• Coil-only embolisation showed inferior outcomes

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🌱 JMIRO is moving to digital-only!

We're committed to responsible stewardship and sustainability. By transitioning JMIRO to digital-first access, we’re reducing our environmental footprint and ensuring you have seamless, immediate access to research wherever you are. This change aligns with sector best practices and empowers you to engage with research in a more sustainable way.

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This study evaluated the impact of radiology clinical decision support (eCDS) in the emergency department, analysing 23,067 CT requests over 12 months.

Implementation of eCDS was associated with:
• 8.2% of imaging requests modified
• 9.1% reduction in CT utilisation
• ~4.7 tonnes of CO₂ reduction

These findings support eCDS as a tool to improve imaging appropriateness and sustainability.

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https://ow.ly/KCZm50YHuNc

Celebrating Our JMIRO Reviewers – Making a Difference Together! 📑🫶

Your commitment to peer review not only advances our journal but directly supports cancer research in Australia and New Zealand. For every qualifying review completed within 5 days, RANZCR donates to Cancer Council Australia or Cancer Society New Zealand – recognising your dedication and amplifying your impact beyond the profession. Since 2021, members like you have helped contribute $20,750 to these vital causes.

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