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Peripheral Doses Beyond Electron Applicators in Conventional C-Arm Linear Accelerators: A Systematic Literature Review.
Maharaj, Kapil Dev; Dass, Joshua; Ibrahim, Mounir; Mahmood, Talat; Rowshanfarzad, Pejman.
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  • Maharaj KD; School of Physics, Mathematics and Computing, The University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia.
  • Dass J; Department of Radiation Oncology, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Nedlands, Western Australia, Australia.
  • Ibrahim M; Department of Radiation Oncology, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Nedlands, Western Australia, Australia.
  • Mahmood T; Department of Radiation Oncology, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Nedlands, Western Australia, Australia.
  • Rowshanfarzad P; School of Physics, Mathematics and Computing, The University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia.
Technol Cancer Res Treat ; 23: 15330338241239144, 2024.
Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38515394
ABSTRACT

Background:

This review investigates peripheral dose levels in electron beam treatments, comparing different manufacturers including Varian, Elekta, and Siemens. Accurate measurement of peripheral dose is vital for patient safety and precise radiation delivery in radiation therapy.

Methods:

This review followed PRISMA standards, conducting a comprehensive literature search from 1978 to July 2023. Emphasis was on identifying studies analyzing peripheral doses related to various electron beam energies, beam angle, field sizes, cutouts, and applicator combinations. Three major databases including PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus were searched.

Results:

A total of 7 articles were included in this review. Strategies such as bolus materials, personalized cutouts, and optimal treatment procedures have all been developed to reduce peripheral radiation exposure and enhance patient safety. Ongoing research in this field is focused on further minimizing the risks associated with out-of-field radiation by improving dose delivery systems.

Conclusion:

The literature emphasizes importance of precision in electron beam radiation therapy, highlighting the critical need for managing peripheral doses and optimizing hardware to ensure patient safety. It advocates for the use of advanced tools and protocols to maintain a balance between effective treatment while protecting healthy tissues. Continuous research, careful treatment planning, and effective management of peripheral doses are essential.
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Asunto principal: Aceleradores de Partículas / Dosificación Radioterapéutica / Electrones Límite: Humans Idioma: En Revista: Technol Cancer Res Treat Asunto de la revista: NEOPLASIAS / TERAPEUTICA Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Australia Pais de publicación: Estados Unidos
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Asunto principal: Aceleradores de Partículas / Dosificación Radioterapéutica / Electrones Límite: Humans Idioma: En Revista: Technol Cancer Res Treat Asunto de la revista: NEOPLASIAS / TERAPEUTICA Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Australia Pais de publicación: Estados Unidos