M. Saiful Huq

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Papers

2

Total Citations

32

H-Index

2

About

M. Saiful Huq is a leading figure in medical physics, with a focused expertise in stereotactic radiosurgery and advanced image-guided radiation therapy. His research is pivotal in addressing the technical challenges of delivering high-precision radiation, particularly for complex anatomical sites. A major contribution is his work on the setup accuracy of spine radiosurgery using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) image guidance, especially for patients with spinal implants. This 2010 study, which has garnered 30 citations, directly addressed a critical clinical concern: whether safe and accurate spine radiosurgery could be performed without implanted fiducials in post-surgical cases. By demonstrating the efficacy of CBCT, Huq’s work helped establish a safer, less invasive standard of care for this challenging patient population. Further demonstrating his commitment to technological advancement, Huq has also evaluated the performance of the first commercial multi-leaf collimator (MLC) for a robotic delivery system, a 2015 study that marks a significant step in enhancing the conformality and efficiency of robotic radiosurgery. Through these contributions, Huq has helped bridge the gap between emerging technology and robust clinical practice, improving treatment outcomes for patients requiring the utmost precision.

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H-Index
2
Papers
32
Total Citations
16
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Setup accuracy of spine radiosurgery using cone beam computed tomography image guidance in patients with spinal implants
30 citations · 2010
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2010 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 14
🏛 Institutions: UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

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