Dose distribution with Monte Carlo simulation, imaging, and pharmacokinetic studies of radiopharmaceutical for colon cancer
Revolutionize colon cancer treatment with targeted radiopharmaceuticals and precise dose distribution analysis. Monte Carlo simulations reveal colon tissue's unique mass attenuation, optimizing nuclear imaging and minimizing healthy tissue damage.
This study investigates the mass attenuation coefficient of colon tissue and its implications for medical imaging and radiation therapy. Using Monte Carlo simulations, MATLAB, and WinXCOM, the researchers analyzed how photons are attenuated by small intestine tissue, crucial for nuclear medicine, imaging, and dosimetry. The findings demonstrate that the Tc-99m-IMT-NSLC formulation is retained in colon cancer areas more effectively than the Tc-99m-IMT solution. This targeted research can significantly contribute to advancements in medical imaging and treatment strategies for colorectal cancer and other colon-related diseases, though further studies are needed to fully understand the limitations and potential applications.