Radiomics in Cancer Radiotherapy: a Review

Abstract: Radiomics is a nascent field in quantitative imaging that uses advanced algorithms and considerable computing power to describe tumor phenotypes, monitor treatment response, and assess normal tissue toxicity quantifiably. Remarkable interest has been drawn to the field due to its noninvasive nature and potential for diagnosing and predicting patient prognosis. This review will attempt to comprehensively and critically discuss the various aspects of radiomics including its workflow, applications to different modalities, potential applications in cancer radiotherapy, and limitations.