What does this research mean for the field?

A simplified workflow for identifying patients requiring lung shunt fraction assessment prior to 90Y selective internal radiation therapy can improve treatment planning. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.METHODOLOGICAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

This editorial aims to simplify the identification process for lung shunt fraction in patients undergoing 90Y treatment.

February 28, 2026Open Access

From Probability to Practice: Demystifying When Lung Shunt Fraction Matters in 90Y Selective Internal Radiation Therapy

Key Points

This editorial aims to simplify the identification process for lung shunt fraction in patients undergoing 90Y treatment.
Reviewing existing literature on lung shunt fraction and its importance in treatment planning
Proposing a streamlined workflow for pre-treatment evaluation
Emphasizing the role of macroaggregated albumin in assessing lung shunt fraction
Highlights the necessity of assessing lung shunt fraction prior to treatment
Suggests a new, simplified approach for clinicians

Abstract

Summary Building on the commendable work by Thomas et al., this editorial proposes a simplified workflow for pre-treatment identification of patients needing macroaggregated-albumin-based lung shunt fraction prior to the 90Y treatment.

From Probability to Practice: Demystifying When Lung Shunt Fraction Matters in 90Y Selective Internal Radiation Therapy

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