Northwestern University · Biomedical EngineeringLewandowski Lab
Robert J Lewandowski · Evanston, Illinois
Research Focus
Dr. Robert J Lewandowski's lab focuses on improving treatment options for patients with liver cancer, specifically unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). The lab is investigating a new technique called Yttrium-90 radiation lobectomy (90Y-RL) that could help shrink tumors while promoting healthy liver regrowth. Their research aims to optimize the dosage and technique of this treatment to better support patients who are not candidates for surgery due to liver conditions.
Hepatocellular carcinomaYttrium-90radiation lobectomyFLR hypertrophyMRI imaging
Research Aims
4AIM 01Investigate the impact of radiation dose on liver hypertrophy.
AIM 02Optimize Yttrium-90 radiation lobectomy dosage for better outcomes.
AIM 03Correlate imaging biomarkers with liver health post-treatment.
AIM 04Assess patient survival rates after treatment compared to surgical options.
Skills the Lab Values
MRI techniquesnon-FDG PET/CT imagingquantitative MR imagingdata collectionpatient recruitment
Output against the department
Publications600top 11% of dept.68th of 595
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Citations21ktop 16% of dept.93rd of 595
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