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3D Printed Electron Block Aperture Generation

Authors: David Chighvinadze, Lisa Czaplicki, Jeremy D. Donaghue, Lama K. Muhieddine Mossolly

Affiliation: Cleveland Clinic Sandusky, Cleveland Clinic Strongsville, Cleveland Clinic Fairview

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Current electron block generation requires manual cutting of stryofoam and placement for pouring of the block which can lead to possible miscutting of blocks, and non-accurate rotations co...

A Novel 3D Printed Tool to Enable Faster More Accurate Patient Positioning for Electron Radiotherapy

Authors: Christopher J. Mart, Daniel G. McDonald, Inna V. McGowin, Sean A. Roles

Affiliation: Medical University of South Carolina

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To improve the efficiency and accuracy of the positioning process for electron treatments by providing a pointer system for patient alignment to central axis (CAX) of the field at the correct...

Assessment of the Radiological Features of 3D-Printed Polylactic Acid Composites for Creating Personalized Dosimetric Phantoms

Authors: Ashish Binjola, Raj Kishore Bisht, Natanasabapathi Gopishankar, Pratik Kumar, Daya Nand Kishore Sharma, Sukhvir Kishore Singh, Subramani Vellaiyan

Affiliation: Medical Physics Unit, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Department of Radiological Safety, Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences, Department of Radiation Oncology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Additive manufacturing is increasingly being explored to create dosimetry phantoms. Commercial anthropomorphic phantoms represent an average patient and lack anatomical variations due to obes...

Evaluation of Cherenkov Imaging for Dose Verification in Total Skin Electron Therapy

Authors: Petr Bruza, David J. Gladstone, Lesley A Jarvis, Natasha Mulenga, Kevin J. Willy

Affiliation: Thayer School of Engineering, Dartmouth College, Dartmouth Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The goal of this work was to use Cherenkov emission imaging to verify patient position, accessory block positioning and dose delivery in Total Skin Electron Therapy (TSET).

Methods: A ...

Flash Radiation Spares Reproductive Capability in Adult C. Elegans

Authors: Barry Andricks, Stratton Black, Scott R. Floyd, Ashutosh Kotwal, Eric L. Martin, Stepan Mikhailov, Mark Oldham, Niccolo Terrando, Andrew Thompson, Ying Wu

Affiliation: Department of Physics, Duke University, Medical Physics Graduate Program, Duke University, Duke University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Duke University Medical Center, Triangle Universities Nuclear Laboratory

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate and quantify the effects of high energy electron radiation delivered at FLASH and conventional dose rates on the reproductive capability of adult C. elegans nematodes.
Methods:...

Mobetron Quality Assurance Tools

Authors: Robert A. Dahl

Affiliation: Mayo Foundation

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To develop tools to simplify/accelerate the quality assurance testing of the Mobetron mobile linear accelerator and increase safety when moving it to different OR’s.

Methods: The Mobet...

On Dosimetric Water Equivalency of 3D Printed Materials

Authors: Emily Helen Hayes, Luke Maloney

Affiliation: University of Florida

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To determine the dosimetric water equivalency of polylactic acid (PLA) and commercial 3D printing resin using electron stopping power as a surrogate, for use in radiochromic film calibration ...

Ultrasonic Detection of Flash-Level Dose Pulses from a Medical Linac

Authors: Fred B. Bateman, Ilaria M. Luna, Ronald E. Tosh

Affiliation: Sidwell Friends School, NIST, Dosimetry Group, Radiation Physics Division, National Institute of Standards and Technology

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To exploit the rapid response time and dose sensitivity of ultrasonic detection methods for resolving pulse structure in FLASH-level beams.

Methods: Two ultrasonic transducers position...