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4π Non-Coplanar Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy: Dosimetric Evaluation of VMAT Configurations in for Recurrent Head and Neck Tumors

Authors: Sixue Dong, Weigang Hu, Jiazhou Wang, Zhen Zhang

Affiliation: Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the dosimetric benefits and treatment efficiency of different beam configurations in 4π non-coplanar VMAT for SBRT in recurrent head and neck tumors

Method...

A Comparison of on-Isocenter Vs Off-Isocenter Planning for Lung SBRT on the Viewray Mridian

Authors: Nebi Demez, Shyam Pokharel, Suresh Rana, Lauren A. Rigsby, Tino Romaguera, Nishan Shrestha

Affiliation: Lynn Cancer Institute, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Baptist Health South Florida

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Treatment plans on the ViewRay MRIdian are often planned with the target placed off isocenter due to the proximity of the bore to the patient, allowing for limited shifts. This is especially ...

A Dosimeter Independent Method for Measuring Dose from Contrast Enhanced Mammography Exposure.

Authors: Mitya M. Barreto, Nichole A. Harris

Affiliation: Department of Radiology, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate dosimeter dependence of measured AGD, and to develop a dosimeter independent method for evaluating the AGD, for CEDM exposures.
Methods: Three solid-state dosimeters (Raysafe-X...

A Dosimetric Investigation into the Potential of Aperture-Based Techniques to Improve the Clinical Outcomes of Single-Energy Proton Bragg Peak Flash Therapy for Ocular Cancers

Authors: Arpit M. Chhabra, J Isabelle Choi, Minglei Kang, Haibo Lin, Hang Qi, Charles B. Simone, Shouyi Wei, Irini Yacoub, Francis Yu, Xingyi Zhao, Ajay Zheng

Affiliation: New York Proton Center, Department of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Department of Human Oncology, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Pencil beam scanning (PBS) proton therapy effectively treats ocular cancer by minimizing exit doses to normal tissues. However, challenges remain in sparing nearby organs-at-risk(OARs). Ul...

A Monte Carlo-Based Secondary Dose Verification Tool for Treatment Plans of Robotic Radiosurgery System

Authors: Chuxiong Ding, Xuejun Gu, Heejung Kim, Weiguo Lu, Yang Kyun Park, Yulong Yan

Affiliation: Medical Artificial Intelligence and Automation (MAIA) Lab, Department of Radiation Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, UT Southwestern Medical Center, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University School of Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to develop and evaluate a Monte Carlo (MC) dose calculation software (DosemanCK) for secondary dose verification of CyberKnife (CK) treatment plans. Unlike tradi...

A Novel 2D Scintillation Dosimeter Using Long Scintillating Fibers.

Authors: Louis Archambault, Luc Beaulieu, Alexis Horik, Sajjad Ahmad Khan

Affiliation: Département de Physique, de Génie Physique et D'optique, et Centre de Recherche sur le Cancer, Université Laval, Département de physique, de génie physique et d'optique, Université Laval

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study presents a novel 2D scintillation dosimeter leveraging long scintillating fibers for quality assurance (QA) in radiotherapy. The primary goal is to optimize critical parameters suc...

A Radiomic Quantification Framework for Hyperparameter Optimization in Texture Characterization

Authors: Yuli Lu, Chendong Ni, Cheng Qian, Kun Qian, Weiwei Sang, Chunhao Wang, Fan Xia, Zhenyu Yang, Fang-Fang Yin, Rihui Zhang, Haiming Zhu

Affiliation: Jiahui International Hospital, Radiation Oncology, Duke University, Medical Physics Graduate Program, Duke Kunshan University, Duke Kunshan University, The First People's Hospital of Kunshan

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To develop a radiomic quantification framework to evaluate the effects of radiomic image preprocessing hyperparameters (i.e., image resampling and discretization) on texture characterization ...

A Radiomics and Dosomics-Based Approach for Predicting Hematologic Toxicity in Patients with Cervical or Endometrial Cancer

Authors: Yongrui Bai, Xuming Chen, Yong Liu, Xiumei Ma

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China, Department of Radiation Oncology, Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Hematologic toxicity (HT) is a common complication in patients with cervical or endometrial cancer. This study aims to develop a precise predictive model for acute HT in patients with cervica...

A Retrospective Analysis of Usnrc Event Notification Reports

Authors: Yanique N. Dunn, Marissa Joyce Vaccarelli

Affiliation: Northwell, Hofstra University Medical Physics Program

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (USNRC) Event Notification Reports provide detailed information on nuclear-related events, including medical and non-medical incidents. This study evalu...

An Evaluation of an SRS Quality Assurance System for Complex Patient Plans.

Authors: John Bennet, Indrin J. Chetty, Tai H. Dou

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology,Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Department of Radiation Oncology, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Department of Radiation Oncology,Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To investigate the effect of complexity of stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) volumetric modulated arc therapy plans on gamma pass rates (GPR) using a novel high-resolution ion chamber array ...

Anatomical Noise Power Exponent (ÎČ) As an Image-Based Risk Factor for Breast Cancer

Authors: Yile Fang, Leslie Lamb, Nathaniel David Mercaldo, Kai Yang

Affiliation: Massachusetts General Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To quantitatively evaluate power-law exponent ÎČ as a potential image-based breast cancer risk factor.

Methods: Two groups of breast cancer screening cohorts (target vs. control, 20 sub...

Application of the Lymphodose Framework to Brain Tumors: Unveiling the Prognostic Power of Circulating Lymphocyte Doses

Authors: Sophie Bockel, Eric Deutsch, Frederic Dhermain, Ibrahima Diallo, Anh Thu Le, Elaine Limkin, Pauline Maury, Charlotte Robert, Killian Sambourg, Camilla Satragno, Cristina Veres, François de Kermenguy

Affiliation: Gustave Roussy, Département de radiothérapie, Université Paris-Saclay, Gustave Roussy, Inserm U1030, Radiothérapie Moléculaire et Innovation Thérapeutique

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To study the correlation between the dose to circulating lymphocytes as evaluated by the LymphoDose framework and the incidence of severe radiation-induced lymphopenia (sRIL) in patients t...

Artificial Intelligence Based Auto-Contouring for Organs at Risk in Head and Neck

Authors: Mylinh Dang, Laila A Gharzai, Xinlei Mi, Poonam Yadav

Affiliation: Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Delineation of organs at risk (OAR) in the head/neck region requires substantial physician time. Many artificial intelligence (AI) based auto-contouring software are commercially available. T...

Assessing Mlc Errors and Their Dosimetric Impact Delivered on Elekta Linear Accelerator from Two TPS Systems

Authors: Richard Lesieur, Olivia Magneson, David E. Solis, Sotirios Stathakis

Affiliation: Louisiana State University, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study evaluates the deliverability and precision of multileaf collimator (MLC) positioning in treatment plans generated by two different Treatment Planning Systems (TPS), Monaco and Pinn...

Assessment of Automated Planning Templates for Genitourinary and Gastrointestinal Disease Sites for Online MR-Guided Adaptive Radiotherapy

Authors: Shahed Badiyan, Tsuicheng D. Chiu, Viktor M. Iakovenko, Steve Jiang, Christopher Kabat, Mu-Han Lin, Roberto Pellegrini, Arnold Pompos, Edoardo Salmeri, David Sher, Sruthi Sivabhaskar, Justin D. Visak

Affiliation: Medical Artificial Intelligence and Automation (MAIA) Lab & Department of Radiation Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Radiation Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, Global Clinical Science, Elekta AB, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Radiation Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Adaptive treatment planning requires robust strategies to enable streamlined on-couch processes, creating a significant barrier for planners transitioning from conventional to adaptive planni...

Assessment of Radiation Protection Knowledge Among Operation Professional Nurses

Authors: Yu-Ying Lin

Affiliation: Department of Medical Imaging and Intervention, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the level of radiation protection knowledge among operating room professional nurses.

Methods: A questionnaire was distributed to operating room profession...

Automated Decision Workflow Using Fast Monte Carlo Dose Calculations for Daily Adaptive Proton Therapy

Authors: Ergun E. Ahunbay, Abdul Parchur, Eric S. Paulson, Ilaria Rinaldi, Angelo Schiavi, Li Zhao

Affiliation: Sapienza University of Rome, Department of Radiation Oncology (Maastro), GROW School for Oncology, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Department of Radiation Oncology, Medical College of Wisconsin

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Online adaptive replanning is often necessary in Intensity Modulated Proton Therapy (IMPT) due to the sensitivity of proton dose distributions to daily anatomical changes. A rapid, automated ...

Automated Framework for Predicting Tumour Growth in Vestibular Schwannomas Using Contrast-Enhanced T1-Weighted MRI

Authors: Mehdi Amini, Minerva Becker, Simina Chiriac, Alexandre Cusin, Dimitrios Daskalou, Ghasem Hajianfar, Sophie Neveu, Marcella Pucci, Yazdan Salimi, Pascal Senn, Habib Zaidi

Affiliation: Geneva University Hospital, Division of Radiology, Diagnostic Department, Geneva University Hospitals, Service of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Geneva University Hospitals

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Personalized prediction of vestibular schwannoma (VS) tumour growth is crucial for guiding patient management decisions toward observation versus intervention. This study proposes an automate...

Automated Review of Radiation Treatment Delivery Reports Using Openai

Authors: Ramesh Boggula, Nikhil Jordan Shad

Affiliation: Wayne State University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the effectiveness of OpenAI in reviewing large volumes of radiation delivery reports from Mobius3D/FX. The goal was to assess whether automating this process could identify potent...

BEST IN PHYSICS THERAPY: Overcoming Challenges in Developing Machine Learning-Driven Acute Kidney Injury Predictive Models Using Non-Standard Emrs in Resource-Limited Settings

Authors: Yuanhan Chen, Ziqiang Chen, Qi Cheng, Feng Ding, Rui Fang, Shengwen Guo, Li Hao, Qiang He, Haiquan Huang, Yu Kuang, Xinling Liang, Yuanjiang Liao, Guohui Liu, Chen Lu, Qingquan Luo, Jing Sun, Yanhua Wu, Zhen Xie, Qin Zhang, Lang Zhou

Affiliation: South China University of Technology, Dongguan people's hospital, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, People’s Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Second Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangdong Easy Life Information Technology Co., Ltd, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine), Medical Physics Program, University of Nevada, Second Hospital of Jilin University, Chongqing Ninth People's Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a global healthcare issue with a rapid onset and severe consequences. Repeated measurement of serum creatinine (SCr) levels, a clinical standard of care, is cruci...

Backscattering of Compton Cameras: A Monte Carlo Simulation Approach

Authors: Jorge Naoki Dominguez Kondo, Qihui Lyu

Affiliation: University of California San Francisco, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of California, San Francisco

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Targeted alpha therapy (TAT) has emerged as a highly potent therapeutic method in oncology, but its development is limited by the lack of imaging methods to quantify its dosimetry. Convent...

Breast Cancer Awareness and Education for Teens: Empowering the Next Generation to Take Charge of Their Health

Authors: Nana Akosua O. Adomako, Evangeline Dorleagbenu, Victor E. Ekpo, Fatima Issaka, Abigail N.M. Quaye

Affiliation: Tema General Hospital, Pink Africa Foundation, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Methodist University, Medical Equipment and Ancillary Services

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This preliminary study evaluates the effectiveness of breast cancer awareness programs for teenagers in Tema, Ghana. In Ghana, breast cancer poses a significant public health challenge. There...

Can Contrast Scans of Dual-Layer Detector Spectral CT be Directly Used for Proton Dose Calculations?

Authors: Wen C. Hsi, Pouya Sabouri, Zhong Su

Affiliation: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Traditional single-energy CT (SECT) contrast scans cannot be used for proton dose calculations due to significantly higher HU caused by iodine. Dual-layer dual-energy CT (DL-DECT) can dire...

Case-By-Case Analysis of Proton Spot Spacing and Dosimetric Variability in Proton Arc Lung Cancer Planning

Authors: Nebi Demez, Noufal Manthala Padannayil, Shyam Pokharel, Suresh Rana, Umesh Rana, Nishan Shrestha, Somol Sunny

Affiliation: Florida Atlantic University, Lynn Cancer Institute, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Baptist Health South Florida

Abstract Preview: Purpose: DynamicARC is an advanced proton therapy technique that leverages pencil beam scanning to deliver dose to the patient while the gantry rotates around the patient. This study investigates the ...

Characterizing Image Quality and Radiation Dose in Fluoroscopy Systems

Authors: Kainoa Calistro-Allen, Brendon J. Villegas

Affiliation: University of Alabama Birmingham

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To compare differences in radiation output and image quality in clinical esophagrams across fluoroscope vendors in use at University of Alabama Birmingham, prompted by reports that a newly...

Clinical Factors Associated with Urinary Morbidity in Men Undergoing Combination Prostate Radiation Therapy

Authors: James Benton, Andrew Dewar, Benjamin C Lee, Ryan Y Lee

Affiliation: Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, Urology of Greater Atlanta

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
The purpose of our investigation was to determine if pre-treatment factors could predict urinary morbidity after combination radiation treatment for localized prostate cancer.
Methods:<...

Clinical Outcomes of Gamma Knife Stereotactic Radiosurgery Treatments for Intracranial Arteriovenous Malformations & Fistulas: A Single Institutional Retrospective Study

Authors: Madeleine Arbogast, David Dorndos, Denise E Foltz, Justin Fraser, Damodar Pokhrel, William St Clair

Affiliation: University of Kentucky, Department of Radiation Medicine, University of Kentucky, Department of Neurosurgery, University of Kentucky, Radiation Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: For stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) treatments of intracranial arteriovenous malformations (AVM) and fistulas (AVF), same-day Leksell Gamma Knife (GK) is the preferred modality. Long-term cli...

Clinically Ready Simulation Package for Monitoring Gamma Hotspot Emission, and Detection in Patient Anatomy

Authors: Ananta Raj Chalise, Matthias K Gobbert, Zhuoran Jiang, Sina Mossahebi, Stephen W. Peterson, Jerimy C. Polf, Lei Ren, Ehsan Shakeri, Vijay Raj Sharma, Jie Zhang

Affiliation: University of Maryland School of Medicine, University of Maryland Baltimore County, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Stanford University, University of Maryland, School of Medine, Department of Physics, University of Cape Town, M3D, Inc

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Prompt gamma (PG) imaging is a promising modality for proton dose verification. Currently, there is a lack of effective tool to investigate the PG emission during proton therapy and optimize ...

Commission and Clinical Implementation of the 1st Step-and-Shoot Proton Arc Therapy for Head and Neck Cancer Patient Treatment

Authors: Xiaoda Cong, Rohan Deraniyagala, Xuanfeng Ding, Xiaoqiang Li, Jian Liang, Peilin Liu, Craig Stevens, Xiangkun Xu, Weili Zheng

Affiliation: Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewellhealth William Beaumont University Hospital, William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewellhealth William Beaumont Hospital, Department of Radiation Oncology, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Commission a step-and-shoot arc therapy(SPArc-step&shoot) for treating head-neck cancer patients as a desired interim milestone toward full dynamic treatment.
Methods:
An in-house de...

Commissioning a Comprehensive Workflow for VMAT Total Body Irradiation (TBI) Using Publicly and Commercially Available Resources

Authors: Alan H. Baydush, Sarah Cummings, Jeffrey Michael Fenoli, Christy Hickerson, Lalith Kumaraswamy, Philmo Oh, Sarah B. Wisnoskie

Affiliation: Novant Health Cancer Institute, Novant Health

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To develop, validate, and commission a VMAT Total Body Irradiation (TBI) workflow by integrating publicly available resources, commercial solutions, and in-house testing to enhance treatment ...

Comparison Study of Shift Frequency and Magnitude By Prostate Fiducial Tracking System: Triggered Image and Calypso

Authors: David J. Carlson, Yiu-Hsin Chang, Zhe (Jay) Chen, Hyosung Cho, Dae Yup Han, MinYoung Lee, Weili Zhong

Affiliation: Department of Therapeutic Radiology, Yale University School of Medicine, Yonsei University

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To compare the intra-fractional motion tracking sensitivity of prostate fiducial markers using triggered imaging and calypso tracking for prostate cancer cases.
Methods:
This study w...

Comparison of Biological Effectiveness of COMS Eye Plaques with I-125 and Pd-103 Sources Using Equivalent Uniform RBE-Weighted Dose

Authors: Jonathan J. Chen, Alexei V. Chvetsov, Yulun He, Ramesh Rengan, Andrew Stacey, Kent Wallner

Affiliation: University of Washington and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, University of Washington

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To show that the RBE of low-energy photon sources used in COMS (Collaborative Ocular Melanoma Study) eye plaques compensates for protracted irradiation and attenuation of low-energy photons i...

Confidence in a Tattoo-Less Transition

Authors: Laura A. Doyle, Amy S. Harrison, Allyson P Koecher, Jackson D Reeves, Lindsay B Romak

Affiliation: Christiana Care

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Surface guided radiation therapy (SGRT) is increasingly utilized in radiation oncology, allowing for transition away from permanent skin marks to SGRT-based daily treatment setup. Following i...

Correcting for the Cherenkov-to-Dose Conversion for Tset Patients Using Monte Carlo Simulations

Authors: Baozhu Lu, Timothy C. Zhu, Yifeng Zhu

Affiliation: University of Pennsylvania

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Cherenkov intensity can be quantitatively correlated to surface dose but need certain corrections for accurate dose measurements. This study aims to investigate the impact of incident beam an...

Cumulative Doses in Radiotherapy Treatment of Lymphoma Patients

Authors: Klaus Bacher, Tom Boterberg, Jeff Rutten, Barbara Vanderstraeten, Gwenny Verfaillie, Sarah Waelkens

Affiliation: Ghent University, Ghent University Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Lymphoma cancer patients frequently receive ionizing radiation during their treatment trajectory, including diagnostic CT, planning CT (pCT), recurrent CBCTs, radiotherapy (out-of-field) dose...

Deep Learning-Based Auto Segmentation of Oars in Head and Neck Radiation Therapy

Authors: Laila A Gharzai, Bharat B Mittal, Poonam Yadav

Affiliation: Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Multiple studies have shown the increasing role of deep learning in segmenting regions of interest. This work presents the feasibility of auto-segmenting the critical structures for head and ...

Deep Learning-Based Plan Quality Prediction for Gamma Knife Radiosurgery of Brain Metastases

Authors: Chih-Wei Chang, Runyu Jiang, Mark Korpics, Yuan Shao, Aranee Sivananthan, Zhen Tian, Ralph Weichselbaum, Xiaofeng Yang, Aubrey Zhang, Xiaoman Zhang

Affiliation: Department of Radiation & Cellular Oncology, University of Chicago, University of Chicago, Department of Physics, University of Chicago, Emory University, Department of Radiation Oncology and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, School of Public Health, University of Illinois Chicago

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Gamma Knife (GK) plan quality can vary significantly among planners, even for cases handled by the same planner. Although plan quality metrics such as coverage, selectivity, and gradient inde...

Developing a Comprehensive Multi-Modal Framework for Population-Scale Liver Volumetry: Insights and Predictive Models

Authors: Mustafa Bashir, Diana Kadi, Kyle J. Lafata, Jacob A. Macdonald, Mark Martin, Yuqi Wang, Marilyn Yamamoto

Affiliation: Duke University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Duke University, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Duke University, Department of Radiology, Duke Unversity

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To develop a high-throughput, automated-data-interrogation pipeline for integrating imaging and clinical information to identify key determinants of liver volume (LV), enabling population-sca...

Development of Patient-Specific Lead Ball Compensator for Total Body Irradiation

Authors: Chang Heon Choi, Minjae Choi, Yoonsuk Huh, Jin Jegal, Jung-in Kim, So-Yeon Park

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Veterans Health Service Medical Center, Department of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Total Body Irradiation (TBI) aims to achieve a uniform dose distribution across the entire body. However, in conventional TBI setups that use extended source-to-surface distance (SSD) and lea...

Development of Preclinical Multiscale Dosimetry for Beta-Particle Emitting Radionuclide in Radiopharmaceutical Therapy

Authors: Adedamola Adeniyi, Bryan Bednarz, Malick Bio Idrissou, Reinier Hernandez, Ohyun Kwon, Brian W. Miller, Zachary S Morris, Maya Takashima, Jamey Weichert

Affiliation: Departments of Radiation Oncology and Medical Imaging, University of Arizona, Department of Medical Physics, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin - Madison, Department of Medical Physics, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin–Madison, Department of Radiology, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin–Madison, Department of Human Oncology, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin–Madison

Abstract Preview: Purpose: As radiopharmaceutical therapy (RPT) becomes more prevalent in clinical applications, understanding dose-response relationships in the tumor microenvironment (TME) and normal tissues is essen...

Diffusion-Weighted MRI: An Early Biomarker for Treatment Response in MR-Guided Treatment of Rectal Cancer

Authors: Huiming Dong, Jonathan Pham, X. Sharon Qi, Ann Raldow

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, University of California, Los Angeles

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The study aimed to investigate longitudinal apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) as an early biomarker of treatment response in patients with locally advanced rectal cancer (LARC) undergoing ...

Do We Need Pediatric-Specific Models for Radiotherapy Auto-Contouring? a Comparative Study of Pediatric and Adult-Trained Tools

Authors: Gregory T. Armstrong, James E. Bates, Christine V. Chung, Lei Dong, Ralph Ermoian, Jie Fu, Christine Hill-Kayser, Rebecca M. Howell, Meena S. Khan, Sharareh Koufigar, John T. Lucas, Thomas E. Merchant, Taylor Meyers, Tucker J. Netherton, Constance A. Owens, Arnold C. Paulino, Sogand Sadeghi

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Washington and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Department of Epidemiology and Cancer Control, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Department of Radiation Oncology, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, University of Washington, Department of Radiation Oncology, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Department of Radiation Physics, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Washington/ Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Pennsylvania, University of Pennsylvania, Department of Radiation Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Radiation Oncology and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Clinical workflows often rely on auto-segmentation tools trained on adult data, which may exhibit suboptimal performance in pediatric imaging due to inherent anatomical variations and smaller...

Dosimetric Evaluation of a Helical Tomotherapy to L-Shaped Linac Plan Conversion Workflow

Authors: Megan E. Daly, Ryan D. Hernandez, Abriel J. Horak, Soo Kyoung Kim, Peter C. Park, Dwaine O. Spence, Payton H. Stone, Cari L. Wright

Affiliation: UC Davis Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate a fallback planning workflow used for cross-modality treatment planning and delivery between helical Tomotherapy and volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) using conventional L-s...

Dosimetric Impact of Target Coverage with Inter-Fraction Patient Yaw Setup Error in IMRT/VMAT Prostate Cancer Radiotherapy

Authors: Min Su

Affiliation: Mount Sinai School of Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate dosimetric impact of patient setup yaw error to target coverage for pelvis/prostate radiation external beam IMRT-VMAT treatment.
Methods: 9 Pelvis/prostate IMRT-VMAT treatment ...

Dosimetry Comparison of Surface-Guided and Orthogonal X-Ray Film-Based Setups for Proton Pencil-Beam Scanning in Breast Cancer Treatment

Authors: Darren Kaplan, Chenguang Liu, Mark Pankuch

Affiliation: Northwestern Medicine Proton Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study evaluates the hypothesis that surface-guided radiation therapy for the breast or chest wall using proton PBS provides comparable target coverage and OARs sparing to x-ray-based IGR...

Enhancing CNN-Based Brain Metastasis Detection in MRI By Integrating Locoregional 3D Deformation Technique

Authors: Minbin Chen, Ke Lu, Kaizhong Shi, Chunhao Wang, Chuan Wu, Zhenyu Yang, Fang-Fang Yin, Jingtong Zhao

Affiliation: The First People's Hospital of Kunshan, Duke University, Medical Physics Graduate Program, Duke Kunshan University, Duke Kunshan University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Duke Kunshan University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: MRI-based automatic detection of brain metastases is often challenged by the small size and subtle nature of metastases. This study aimed to develop a novel deep learning-based brain metastas...

Enhancing Image Quality in Acoustic Imaging Using the Segment Anything Model (SAM)

Authors: Jadon Buller, Zhuoran Jiang, Yankun Lang, Lei Ren, Leshan Sun, Liangzhong Xiang, Yifei Xu

Affiliation: University of Maryland School of Medicine, University of California, Irvine, University of California, Stanford University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Electroacoustic tomography (EAT) and Protoacoustic (PA) imaging are novel modalities for treatment verification of electroporation and proton therapy. However, the limited acquisition angle i...

Enhancing Urethral Visualization for Prostate SBRT Using Post-Void T2-Weighted Imaging on a Low-Field 0.35T MR-Linac System

Authors: Nebi Demez, Michael Kasper, Noufal Manthala Padannayil, Shyam Pokharel, Suresh Rana, Lauren A. Rigsby, Tino Romaguera, Nishan Shrestha, Somol Sunny

Affiliation: Lynn Cancer Institute, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Baptist Health South Florida

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Accurate delineation of the urethra is critical for optimizing tumor control and minimizing urethral toxicity in prostate stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT). The purpose of this study...

Evaluating 177Lu-PSMA-I&t Reconstruction Parameter Influences on Image Quality and Quantification

Authors: Martin Auerbach, Jeremie Calais, Johannes Czernin, Magnus Dahlbom, Zachary Ells, Adrien Holzgreve, Koichiro Kimura, Karam Masri, Catherine (Caffi) Meyer, David Sennung

Affiliation: Department of Nuclear Medicine, UCLA, UCLA, University of California, Los Angeles

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Lutetium-177 PSMA SPECT/CT imaging offers the possibility of qualitative image analysis for tumor response assessment and quantitative image analysis for individualized dosimetry. However, th...

Evaluating Deep Learning Models for Accurate Segmentation of GTV and Oars in MR-Guided Adaptive Radiotherapy for Pancreatic Cancer

Authors: Christopher G. Ainsley, Pradeep Bhetwal, Yingxuan Chen, Wookjin Choi, Vimal K. Desai, Karen E. Mooney, Adam Mueller, Hamidreza Nourzadeh, Yevgeniy Vinogradskiy, Maria Werner-Wasik

Affiliation: Thomas Jefferson University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: MR-guided adaptive radiotherapy (MRgART) has demonstrated improved outcomes for patients with pancreatic cancer. However, the time-consuming re-segmentation of targets and organs-at-risk (OAR...

Evaluating Planning Metrics for Biology-Guided Radiation Therapy (BgRT)

Authors: Emily Hansen, Jay Mistry, Alois M. Ndlovu, Niara Rowe, Roland Teboh

Affiliation: Hackensack University Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: SCINTIX Biology-guided radiotherapy (BgRT) on the RefleXion X1 relies on a new planning system and advanced planning techniques. The first patient SCINTIX BgRT plans are compared to similar c...

Evaluating a Novel Solution for GYN Planning: Integrated Dynamic Collimator Rotation and Static Angle Modulated Ports with a New Optimizer

Authors: Ben Archibald-Heeren, Grace Gwe-Ya Kim, Kelly Kisling, Xenia Ray

Affiliation: UC San Diego, Icon Cancer Centres, University of California, San Diego, University of California San Diego

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate improvements in external beam plans for gynecological cancers from a novel planning solution: RapidArc Dynamic (RAD) (Varian Medical Systems, Palo Alto, CA) which optimizes VMAT w...

Evaluating the Efficacy and Efficiency of Spine Treatment Using Diagnostic CT

Authors: Sunil Mani, Ilakiya Raghavendiran, Vasanthan Sakthivel, Skanda Kabilan Swamy

Affiliation: Edmond Santa Fe High School, Edmnd Deer Creek High, Cancer Specialists of North Florida, Advanced Medical Physics

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Purpose/Objective(s): To evaluate and validate the dose calculation and delivery accuracy for patients planned using diagnostic CT
Methods: A total of forty-two patients with palliative sp...

Evaluating the Performance of Using Large Language Models to Automate Summarization of CT Simulation Orders in Radiation Oncology

Authors: Meiyun Cao, Edward L. Clouser, Xiaoning Ding, Jason Michael Holmes, Shaw Hu, Linda L. Lam, Wendy S. Lindholm, Wei Liu, Samir H. Patel, Diego Santos Toesca, Jason Sharp, Sujay A. Vora, Peilong Wang

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Mayo Clinic Arizona, George Washington University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: In current clinical workflow of radiation oncology departments, therapists manually summarize CT simulation orders into summaries before the CT simulation for execution. This process signific...

Evaluating the Radiological Safety of 64Cu-Macrin in PET/MRI Studies through Radiopharmaceutical Dosimetry

Authors: Alejandro Bertolet, Mislav Bobić, Carlos Huesa-Berral, Aileen O'Shea, Ralph Weissleder

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To develop a pipeline for estimating the absorbed dose to various organs from positron emission tomography (PET) combined with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). We use this pipeline to evalua...

Evaluating the Role of Gradient Magnitude in Entorhinal Cortex for Dementia Diagnosis Using T1 MR Images

Authors: Yongha Gi, Jinju Heo, Jinyoung Hong, Yunhui Jo, Yousun KO, HyeongJin Lim, Sang Yoon PARK, Myonggeun Yoon

Affiliation: Korea University, Institute of Global Health Technology (IGHT), Korea University, Republic of Korea

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the effectiveness of the gradient magnitude (GM) feature of the entorhinal cortex, observed in T1 MR images, in dementia classification.
Methods: A total of 1,422 ADNI T1 MR da...

Evaluation of Hybrid Dynamic Conformal Arc Planning for SRS and SBRT Treatment

Authors: Pat Esposito, Ashley Klein, Carmine Verna, Ling Zhuang

Affiliation: Northwestern Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate dosimetric parameters and treatment delivery efficiency between volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) and hybrid dynamic conformal arc (HDCA) on SRS and SBRT planning through st...

Evaluation of MRI Distortion across a Multi-Site Health System and the Importance of MRI Distortion QA in Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)

Authors: Emel Calugaru, Jenghwa Chang, Sean T Grace, Nicholas Harvey, Jessica Jung, Ching-Ling Teng

Affiliation: Northwell, Hofstra University, Hofstra University Medical Physics Program

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the consistency of MRI distortion corrections across Northwell Health system and evaluate the necessity and importance of distortion QA for MRIs used for stereotactic radiosurgery...

Evaluation of Nodule Volume Accuracy with Deep Learning-Based Reconstructions on Cdznte Photon-Counting and Energy-Integrating CT

Authors: Gisell Ruiz Boiset, Paulo ROBERTO Costa, Luuk J Oostveen, Elsa Bifano Pimenta, Ioannis Sechopoulos, Alessandra Tomal

Affiliation: Radboud University Medical Center, University of SĂŁo Paulo (USP), Institute of Physics, Universidade Estadual de Campinas. Instituto de FĂ­sica Gleb Wataghin

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the precision and accuracy of volume measurements for solid nodules (SNs) and ground-glass opacities (GGOs) in lung images acquired using energy-integrating CT (E...

Evaluation of Plan Quality and Optimal Isocenter Arrangement for Total Marrow and Lymphoid Irradiation on a Ring-Gantry Linac with Dual-Layer Mlc Using the Knowledge-Based Planning Technique

Authors: Chunhui Han, An Liu, Anthony Magliari, Lesley Rosa

Affiliation: Office of Medical Affairs, Varian, A Siemens Healthineers Company, Department of Radiation Oncology, City of Hope National Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the performance of a knowledge-based planning (KBP) optimization model for total marrow and lymphoid irradiation (TMLI) on a ring-gantry linac with a dual-layer MLC and to evaluat...

Evaluation of Proton Therapy Robustness for Thoracic Cancer Patients

Authors: Lordina Owusuwaa Oheneferewoo Asibey, Rachel B. Ger, Heng Li

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Howard University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Treatment of cancer patients with proton therapy requires robust optimization applications to be able to provide adequate target coverage whiles sparing healthy tissues. Our goal was to evalu...

Evaluation of Radiomic Feature Robustness in Quantitative CBCT Imaging for Radiotherapy of Prostate Cancer

Authors: Cem Altunbas, Farhang Bayat, Roy Bliley, Brian Kavanagh, Uttam Pyakurel, Tyler Robin, Ryan Sabounchi

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Taussig Cancer Center, Cleveland Clinic

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The use of image features extracted from serial CBCT images to assess radiotherapy response and toxicity is an active research area. However, poor image quality often compromises reliability ...

Evaluation of Treatment Delivery Efficiency and Workflow Optimization in Prostate Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy: A Comparative Study of C-Arm and O-Ring Linear Accelerators

Authors: Yijian Cao, Jenghwa Chang, Lyu Huang

Affiliation: Northwell, Hofstra University Medical Physics Program

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study evaluates the treatment delivery efficiency and workflow of two advanced linear accelerator systems—Varian’s TrueBeam (C-arm) and Halcyon (O-ring)—for prostate Stereotactic Body Ra...

Evaluation of Treatment Planning Feasibility and Dosimetric Quality of the Reflexionℱ X1 System for Complex Spinal Targets

Authors: Thomas I. Banks, Bin Cai, Andrew R. Godley, Yang Kyun Park, Hao Peng, Rameshwar Prasad, Chenyang Shen, Shunyu Yan, Haozhao Zhang

Affiliation: Medical Artificial Intelligence and Automation (MAIA) Lab, Department of Radiation Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, UT Southwestern Medical Center, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
The RefleXionÂź X1 (RefleXion Medical, Inc., Hayward, CA) uniquely integrates KVCT and PET as on-board image guidance for radiotherapy. It has been installed and commissioned for clinical u...

Expert Verification of AI-Generated Cardiac Substructures and Dosimetric Differences between Auto-Contoured and Manually Delineated Contours

Authors: Stephen R. Bowen, Richard Cheng, Kylie Kang, Janice Kim, Ana Paula Santos Lima, Dominic A. Maes, Juergen Meyer, Karen Ordovas, Kerry Reding

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Washington, Department of Radiation Oncology, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, University of Washington, Department of Radiology, University of Washington, Division of Cardiology, University of Washington, Department of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Informatics, School of Nursing, University of Washington

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Artificial intelligence (AI)-based auto-segmentation tools can increase the efficacy and reproducibility of radiotherapy (RT) treatment planning. This study evaluates the quality of AI-genera...

Exploiting the Glycerol CH2 Resonances for Estimating Relative Free Fatty Acid to Triglyceride Concentration Ratios

Authors: José Antonio Klautau Toffoli, Anthony G. Tessier, Atiyah Yahya

Affiliation: Department of Oncology, University of Alberta

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To demonstrate that magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) methyl (≈0.9 ppm) to glycerol (≈4.1-4.3 ppm) resonance area ratios correlate with relative concentrations of free fatty acids to trig...

Exploring Perceptions of Global Medical Physics As a Viable Career Path in the Field of Medical Physics

Authors: Oi-Wai Chau, Beata Gontova Bernat, Mary Gronberg, Yao Hao, Amanda M. Jackson, Nupur Karmaker, Dishane Chand Luximon, Osama R. Mawlawi, Ikechi Samuel Ozoemelam, Deepak Shrestha, William Swanson, Md Tofiz Uddin, Joseph Weygand, Afua A. Yorke

Affiliation: University of Michigan, Mayo Clinic, Champion Cancer Center, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Radiation Oncology and Applied Science, Dartmouth Health, University of Washington, Washington University in St Louis, Washington University School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of California, Los Angeles, National Institute of Cancer Research and Hospital, Emory University, Dept. of Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering, Gono Bishwabidyalay, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate perception and awareness of global medical physics (GMP) as a career path among medical physics professionals and trainees, identify opportunities to enhance professional developm...

Fast Synthetic-CT-Free Dose Calculation in MR Guided RT

Authors: Claus Belka, Stefanie Corradini, George Dedes, Nikolaos Delopoulos, Christopher Kurz, Guillaume Landry, Ahmad Neishabouri, Domagoj Radonic, Adrian Thummerer, Niklas Wahl, Fan Xiao

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, Department of Medical Physics, LMU Munich, Department of Medical Physics in Radiation Oncology, German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), National Center for Radiation Oncology (NCRO), Heidelberg Institute for Radiation Oncology (HIRO)

Abstract Preview: Purpose: In MR-guided online adaptive radiotherapy, MRI lacks tissue attenuation information necessary for accurate dose calculations. Instead of using deep learning methods to generate synthetic CT i...

Feasibility of a Bench-Top Pcct Model for Electronic Density Measurements: A Monte Carlo Simulation Study

Authors: Gisell Ruiz Boiset, Paulo ROBERTO Costa, Renan Felix dos Santos, Gustavo Freire Pereira da Silva, Alessandra Tomal

Affiliation: University of SĂŁo Paulo (USP), Institute of Physics, Universidade Estadual de Campinas. Instituto de FĂ­sica Gleb Wataghin

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Evaluate the feasibility of a bench-top PCCT using Geant4 Monte Carlo simulations. The study applied the Geant4 framework on determining the electronic density of materials as a function of C...

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:...

Frequent MR Imaging of Fibrosis during Radiation Therapy: Implications for Adaptive RT in Gynecologic Cancer

Authors: Himanshu Bhat, Bruce Lewis Daniel, Junghoon Lee, Michael B. Roumeliotis, Ehud J. Schmidt, Ravi Seethamraju, Khadija Sheikh, Pan Su, Akila N. Viswanathan

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, Johns Hopkins University, Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc., Stanford Medical School, Department of Cardiology, Johns Hopkins University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To perform frequent MRI during EBRT and brachytherapy (BT) to evaluate RT-induced fibrosis and remnant tumor changes, identified using ultrashort echo-time (UTE) and multiparametric (mpMRI), ...

Graph Neural Network with Long Short-Term Memory for CT-Based Macrotrabecular-Massive Hepatocellular Carcinoma Diagnosis

Authors: Enhui Chang, Yunfei Dong, Yifei Hao, Chengliang Jin, Shengsheng Lai, Yi Long, Mengni Wu, Yulu Wu, Ruimeng Yang, Zhenyu Yang, Yue Yuan, Lei Zhang, Wanli Zhang, Yaogong Zhang

Affiliation: Duke Kunshan University, Department of Radiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, South China University of Technology, Medical Physics Graduate Program, Duke Kunshan University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Macrotrabecular-Massive Hepatocellular Carcinoma (MTM-HCC) is one type of liver cancer showed minimum image signature for accurate non-invasive diagnosis. This study aims to develop and evalu...

High-Fidelity Synthetic CT Generation from CBCT for Dibh Breast Cancer Patients Using Shortest Path Regularization

Authors: Manju Liu, Weiwei Sang, Yanyan Shi, Zhenyu Yang, Fang-Fang Yin, Chulong Zhang, Lihua Zhang, Rihui Zhang

Affiliation: Jiahui International Hospital, Jiahui International Hospital, Radiation Oncology, Duke Kunshan University, Medical Physics Graduate Program, Duke Kunshan University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aims to transform cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images acquired from deep inspiration breath-hold (DIBH) breast cancer patients into high-fidelity synthetic CT (sCT) images....

Human-like Deep Learning-Based Whole-Brain Radiotherapy Treatment Planning

Authors: Adnan Jafar, Xun Jia, An Qin

Affiliation: Johns Hopkins University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: 3D whole-brain radiotherapy (WBRT) is widely used due to its simplicity and effectiveness. While modern treatment planning systems, like RayStation, offer automated Field-in-Field planning, p...

Image-Guided Adaptive Proton Therapy for Head and Neck Cancer Using a Novel Gantry-Less System

Authors: Philip Blumenfeld, Jon Feldman, Yair Hillman, Michael Marash, Aron Popovtzer, Alexander Pryanichnikov, Shimshon Winograd, Marc Wygoda, Vered Zivan

Affiliation: Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), P-Cure Ltd./Inc., Sharett Institute of Oncology, Hadassah Medical Center, Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Image-guided adaptive proton therapy (IGAPT) allows tailored dose adjustments to account for anatomical and physiological changes during treatment. Recent efforts have developed a cost-eff...

Impact of Lung Density on Plan Quality and Delivery Parameters in Lung Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) Plans

Authors: David Chighvinadze, Indra J. Das, Jeremy D. Donaghue, Kevin Stephans, Gregory Videtic, Sugandima Weragoda, Ping Xia

Affiliation: Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland Clinic Sandusky, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Fairview

Abstract Preview: Purpose:: Evaluate the impact of lung density variations on plan quality and delivery parameters in lung SBRT Plans.
Methods: For a hypothetical case with a real patient anatomy, three GTVs with vo...

Impact of Tracking By Jaws or Mlc on Treatment Accuracy in Synchrony Modality for Tomohelical Technique

Authors: Mireille Conrad, Cédric De Marco, Marie Fargier-Voiron, Maud Jaccard, Oscar Matzinger, Anthony Nagy, Stéphane Nevesny, Nicolas Joel Lionel Perichon

Affiliation: Clinique De Genolier

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Real-time tracking is implemented on Radixact by detecting the target position with 2D-kV image either directly (for lung tumors), or indirectly (using fiducials as surrogates), and by adapti...

In Vivo Dosimetry for Cied Management – Is It Really Needed?

Authors: Anthony J. Doemer, Aharon Feldman, Stephen J. Gardner, Brett M. Miller, Benjamin Movsas, Farzan Siddiqui, Chadd Smith, Kundan S Thind, Kyle Verdecchia

Affiliation: Henry Ford Health

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the efficacy of calculation-only approach for CIED risk-level assessment.
Methods: A total of 86 patients were included in this retrospective analysis. For each patient, in viv...

Innovative Biological Adaptive Radiotherapy (BART) Approach for Head-and-Neck Cancer Treatment Interruptions

Authors: Nobuki Imano, Daisuke Kawahara, Akito S Koganezawa, Yuji Murakami, Ikuno Nishibuchi, Takuya Wada

Affiliation: Department of Information and Electronic Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Teikyo University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Adaptive radiotherapy (ART) compensates for treatment plans based on anatomical changes while not considering biological effects such as interruptions during treatment. This study aims to dev...

Integrating Radiomics and ADC Ratio for Multicenter Prostate Cancer Diagnosis: A Harmonized Machine Learning Approach

Authors: George Agrotis, Marios Myronakis, Dimitrios Samaras, Kyriaki Theodorou, Ioannis Tsougos, Vassilios Tzortzis, Maria Vakalopoulou, Alexandros Vamvakas, Aikaterini Vassiou, Marianna Vlychou

Affiliation: Medical Physics Department, Medical School, University of Thessaly, Department of Radiology, University of Thessaly, Netherland Cancer Institute, Department of Urology, University of Thessaly, CentraleSupelec, University Paris-Saclay

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Prostate cancer (PCa) diagnosis remains challenging due to discrepancies in Gleason Scoring (GS) and risks of overdiagnosis and underdiagnosis. Multiparametric MRI (mpMRI), including Apparent...

Interpretable Deep Learning Predicts Metastasis-Free Survival (MFS) from Conventional Imaging for Oligometastatic Castration-Sensitive Prostate Cancer (omCSPC) Using Multi-Modality PSMA PET and CT Imaging.

Authors: Yufeng Cao, Luigi Marchionni, William Silva Mendes, Cem Onal, Lei Ren, Amit Sawant, Nicole L Simone, Philip Sutera, Phuoc Tran

Affiliation: University of Maryland School of Medicine, 9Department of Radiation Oncology, Thomas Jefferson University, Department of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, Johns Hopkins Medicine, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Baskent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Maryland University Baltimore, 8Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Weill Cornell Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aims to predict 2-yr Metastasis-free survival (MFS) for oligometastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer (omCSPC) patients treated by metastasis-directed therapy (MDT) by devel...

Introduce a Novel Spot-Scanning Proton Arc(SPArc) Optimization Algorithm for Single Energy Extraction(SEE) Synchrotron-Accelerator-Based Proton Therapy System (PTS)

Authors: Xiaoda Cong, Xuanfeng Ding, Gang Liu, Peilin Liu, Jiajian Shen

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Cancer Center, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Corewellhealth William Beaumont University Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aims to develop the first SPArc optimization algorithm based on the Dynamic Programming (SPArc-DP), to improve the treatment delivery efficiency for synchrotron-accelerator-based P...

Investigating Microcalcification Detectability in a Static Breast Cone Beam CT Via Monte Carlo Simulation

Authors: Ahad Ollah Ezzati, Xiaoyu Hu, Xun Jia, Youfang Lai, Kai Yang, Yuncheng Zhong

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, Johns Hopkins University, Massachusetts General Hospital, Johns Hopkins University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Gantry motion and patient breathing during a breast cone beam CT (bCBCT) scan is one of the major challenges for microcalcification (ÎŒCalcs) detection. By deploying a large number of individu...

Investigation of Fluorescent Probes for Real-Time ROS Detection Under Flash Radiotherapy

Authors: Yuqi Yang, Fang-Fang Yin

Affiliation: Duke Kunshan University, Medical Physics Graduate Program, Duke Kunshan University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are unstable molecules which play important roles in the cellular process after Flash radiotherapy. The rapid changes in ROS levels during treatment may provide ...

Investigation of High Cumulative Doses and Dose Outliers in a Pediatric Hospital

Authors: Niki Fitousi, Stanley Thomas Fricke, Anna Romanyukha

Affiliation: Qaelum NV, Children's National Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To identify opportunities for improvement through investigation of outliers in exam dose length product (DLP) and patients receiving high cumulative doses (CED), in the context of our “ped...

Is Simplicity Even Better: Deep Learning Algorithms for Breath Motion Phase Prediction in Motion Management

Authors: Amanda J. Deisher, Andrew YK Foong, Witold Matysiak, Jing Qian, Xueyan Tang, Erik J. Tryggestad, Mi Zhou

Affiliation: Mayo Clinic

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Phase gating is commonly employed to mitigate the impact of tumor motion in radiotherapy. Due to the machine-specific time delay between triggering and radiation delivery, the triggering sign...

Knowledge-Based Deep Residual U-Net for Synthetic CT Generation Using a Single MR Volume for Frameless Radiosurgery

Authors: Justus Adamson, John Ginn, Yongbok Kim, Ke Lu, Trey Mullikin, Xiwen Shu, Chunhao Wang, Zhenyu Yang, Jingtong Zhao

Affiliation: Duke University, Duke Kunshan University

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To develop a knowledge-based deep model for synthetic CT (sCT) generation from a single MR volume in frameless radiosurgery (SRS), eliminating the need for CT simulation prior to the SRS d...

Lesion Detection in Contrast Enhanced Cone Beam Breast CT with a Photon Counting Detector: A Monte Carlo Study

Authors: Ahad Ollah Ezzati, Xiaoyu Hu, Xun Jia, Youfang Lai, Kai Yang, Yuncheng Zhong

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, Johns Hopkins University, Massachusetts General Hospital, Johns Hopkins University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Contrast-enhanced breast cone-beam computed tomography (bCBCT) provides high-resolution, 3D imaging of breast tissues with improved differentiation between normal and abnormal tissues. Curren...

Lung Nodule Volume Estimation: Performance of Conventional Energy-Integrating and Cdznte-Photon-Counting CT Using Hybrid Reconstruction Method

Authors: Gisell Ruiz Boiset, Paulo ROBERTO Costa, Luuk J Oostveen, Elsa Bifano Pimenta, Ioannis Sechopoulos, Alessandra Tomal

Affiliation: Radboud University Medical Center, University of SĂŁo Paulo (USP), Institute of Physics, Universidade Estadual de Campinas. Instituto de FĂ­sica Gleb Wataghin

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The study evaluated the accuracy and precision of lung nodule volume measurements, specifically solid nodules (SNs) and ground-glass opacities (GGOs) in different imaging settings.
Methods...

Lymphocytic Feature Characterization Using a Deep Learning Algorithm on Post-Radiation Lymph Nodes

Authors: Rico Castillo, Katherine Gonzalez, Casey C. Heirman, Kyle J. Lafata, Casey Y. Lee, Xiang Li, Yvonne M Mowery, Yvonne M Mowery, Daniel Murphy, Allison Pittman, Ashlyn G. Rickard

Affiliation: Duke University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Duke University, University of Pittsburgh

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the ability of a deep learning model to identify pathomic features in lymph nodes of preclinical head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) models as surrogates for predicting ...

Mask-Based Synthetic Contrast-Enhanced CT Generation for Advancing Data Limited Segmentation on Cardiac Substructure

Authors: Jin Sung Kim, Chanwoong Lee, Young Hun Yoon

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Yonsei Cancer Center, Heavy Ion Therapy Research Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Chest contrast-enhanced CT (CECT) serves as a valuable tool for cardiac imaging, but its lack of detailed anatomical visualization limits its utility in segmentation tasks. While CECT offers ...

Monte Carlo Simulation of a Prototype Fluence Field Modulated Cone Beam CT System

Authors: Gregory J Bootsma, Tunok Mondol

Affiliation: University Health Network, Princess Margaret Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To evaluate the impact of prototype fluence field modulation (FFM) cone-beam CT (CBCT) on dose reduction and image quality using Monte Carlo simulations. This study particularly looks at t...

Multi-Criteria Optimization in Medical Physics Resource Allocation: Design of an Efficient and Equitable Scheduling System

Authors: Dalton Griner, Kathryn L. Kolsky, Joseph John Lucido, Andrew J. Veres

Affiliation: Mayo Clinic

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This project aimed to automate a complex and time-consuming employee scheduling process. By replacing the traditional manual method with a multi-criteria optimization-based system (MCO), the ...

Multi-Institutional Evaluation of Radiographic Automatic Exposure Control Performance Testing: Methodology, Outcomes, and Failure Rates

Authors: Caroline Cheney, Nicole M. Lafata, Zaiyang Long, Dustin W. Lynch, Erin B. Macdonald, Andy Madore, Douglas E. Pfeiffer, Colin Schaeffer, Alexander W. Scott

Affiliation: Department of Medical Physics, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, UVA Health, Duke University Health System, Mayo Clinic, Henry Ford Health, Boulder Community Health, Varian, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This work evaluates the significance of performing established radiography automatic exposure control (AEC) tests by comparing testing methodology, outcomes, and failure rates across multiple...

Multi-Organ Segmentation of Pelvic Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) with Transformer Models to Enhance Adaptive Radiotherapy for Prostate Cancer

Authors: Ming Chao, Thomas Chum, Tenzin Kunkyab, Yang Lei, Tian Liu, Richard G Stock, Hasan Wazir, Junyi Xia, Jiahan Zhang

Affiliation: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
This study aims to develop effective strategies for multi-organ segmentation of pelvic cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images based on transformer models to facilitate adaptive radiat...

Multi-Region Multiomic Features Improve Random Forest Toxicity Modeling of Radiation Pneumonitis

Authors: Laurence Edward Court, Alexandra Olivia Leone, Zhongxing Liao, Saurabh Shashikumar Nair, Joshua S. Niedzielski, Ramon Maurilio Salazar, Ting Xu

Affiliation: The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Radiation Physics, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Radiation Pneumonitis (RP) predictive models often rely on clinical and DVH parameters, but multiomic features from CT imaging and 3D dose distributions from various regions could provide add...

Multi-Sid Optimization for 4 Pi Robotic Radiotherapy

Authors: Qihui Lyu, Dan Ruan, Ke Sheng, Jingjie Yu

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, University of California, Los Angeles, University of California, San Francisco, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of California, San Francisco

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The robotic arm radiotherapy platform enables flexible delivery of non-coplanar and non-isocentric radiotherapy with variable Source-to-Isocenter Distances (SIDs). However, the high degrees o...

NTCP Modeling of Skin Systemic Sclerosis 12 Months Post Radiotherapy for Head & Neck Cancer

Authors: Gregory A Azzam, Danielle Cerbon, Laura Huang, Panayiotis Mavroidis, Diana Molinares, Stuart E Samuels, Sotirios Stathakis

Affiliation: Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, Mount Vernan Rehabilitation Medicine Associates, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Miami, University of North Carolina

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aims at performing a normal tissue complication probability (NTCP) modeling by fitting the doses to the skin, sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle and subcutaneous tissue (subcut) stru...

On Designing a Vascular Flow Phantom for Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound Imaging

Authors: Kevin M Brom, Josep Chorro Bas, RosaAnna Chorro Bas, Andres Climent Rubio, Jaydev K. Dave, Tobias Kummer, Larissa Shiue, Donald J Tradup

Affiliation: Mayo Clinic, Prehospital Critical Care Training Group

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To design and evaluate the functionality of a vascular flow phantom for contrast-enhanced ultrasound imaging (CEUS).

Methods: A microcontroller-generated signal was amplified by a cust...

One Year Experience of Biology-Guided Radiotherapy (BgRT) on PET-Linac in an Academic Center

Authors: Shahed Badiyan, Girish Bal, Thomas I. Banks, Bin Cai, Tu Dan, Aurelie Garant, Andrew R. Godley, Steve Jiang, Orhan Oz, Arnold Pompos, Rameshwar Prasad, Chenyang Shen, David Sher, Robert Timmerman, Kenneth Westover

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, UT Southwestern Medical Center, RefleXion Medical

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Biology-guided radiotherapy (BgRT) is a novel FDA-cleared technology for treating lung and bone tumors based on 18F-FDG PET uptake. This study summarizes the first-year experience treating 29...

Online Active Learning Strategies for Global Medical Physics Education: A Scoping Review

Authors: Mary Gronberg, Kelly Kisling, Ana Maria Marques da Silva

Affiliation: University of California, San Diego, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the current status of online teaching in medical physics and identify effective active learning strategies for global medical physics education.
Methods: A scoping review was c...

Optimizing Motion Profiles of a Dynamic Collimator in Proton Therapy

Authors: Simona Cacciatore, Albert Du, Ryan T. Flynn, Alonso N. Gutierrez, Patrick M Hill, Daniel E. Hyer, Eric Jensen, Kaustubh A. Patwardhan, Julien Smeets, Blake R. Smith, Nhan Vu, Karsten K. Wake

Affiliation: University of Wisconsin, Miami Cancer Institute, Baptist Health South Florida, Department of Human Oncology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Ion Beam Applications (IBA), University of Iowa, Iowa Health Care

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate time reduction strategies for the Dynamic Collimation System (DCS) using an IBA (Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium) proton therapy system. Delivery time for a multi-energy-layer patient s...

Performance of Photon Counting Detector in a Clinical PCD-CT: A Novel Image-Based Evaluation

Authors: Frank F. Dong, Megan C. Jacobsen, Ke Li, Xinming Liu, John Rong

Affiliation: UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: We aimed to understand the physical performance of a CdTe PCD-based detector system within a whole-body PCD-CT scanner, with the goal of optimizing its clinical application. Instead of relyin...

Planning Study of Spatially Fractionated Radiotherapy (SFRT) for Treating Recurrent Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM)

Authors: Hyunuk Jung, Fiona Li, Brian Marples, Michael Milano, Sean M. Tanny, Dandan Zheng, Yuwei Zhou

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Rochester, University of Rochester Medical Center, University of Rochester

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Recurrent GBM remains one of the most challenging cancers, with limited treatment options. We investigated potential planning parameters of SFRT, a novel radiotherapy technique that delive...

Population Level Robustness Evaluation for Establishment of Benchmarks for Optimized Plans for Prostate Proton Therapy

Authors: Laura Buchanan, Samantha G. Hedrick, Stephen L. Mahan, Isabella Pfeiffer, Chester R. Ramsey, Taylor Ransom

Affiliation: Thompson Proton Center, University of Tennessee

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Proton pencil beam scanning can reduce normal tissue dose but is highly sensitive to setup, anatomical changes, and range variations. These uncertainties may compromise target coverage and or...

Protocol for In Vivo Dosimetry Using Myoslchip System: Characterization and Clinical Application

Authors: Jeremy S. Bredfeldt, Daniel W. Cail, Maria A. Czerminska, Cindy I. Hancox, David Hu, Benjamin Karasko, Claire Keun Sun Park

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To develop a robust clinical protocol for in vivo dosimetry in radiotherapy using the myOSLchip Optically Stimulated Luminescent Dosimeter (OSLD) system by performing characterization and eva...

Proton CT-Imaging and Radiography Using 3D-Detector with Plastic Scintillators for on-Board Proton Imaging

Authors: Salahuddin Ahmad, Imad M. Ali, Zaid Alkalani, Nesreen Alsbou

Affiliation: University of Oklahoma, University of Central Oklahoma, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To design and evaluate a 3D-detector for proton CT-imaging and radiography, utilizing volumetric plastic scintillator detector exposed to high-energy therapeutic beams from proton therapy sys...

Quality Monitoring of Temporal Performance Degradation in Clinical Use of AI Auto-Segmentation

Authors: Ali Ammar, Quan Chen, Jingwei Duan, Yi Rong, Nathan Y. Yu, Libing Zhu

Affiliation: Mayo Clinic Arizona, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Clinical performance of deep learning-based auto-segmentation (DLAS) can degrade over time due to AI “aging” from unseen data input compared to the initial model training data. This study aim...

Quantifying Uncertainties in Radiation Risk and Performance-Based Clinical Risk Assessment in Clinical Computed Tomography

Authors: Em Harkness, Francesco Ria, Ehsan Samei

Affiliation: Duke University, Clinical Imaging Physics Group, Department of Radiology, Duke University Health System

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
A recently introduced mathematical method quantifies performance-based clinical risk to create a risk-to-risk assessment with radiation risk, rendering the so-called total risk. However, t...

Quantitative Image Review Metric for Vertebral Body Misalignment

Authors: Luis E. Fong de los Santos, Douglas John Moseley, Satomi Shiraishi, Cenji Yu

Affiliation: Mayo Clinic

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To quantitatively detect errors in vertebral body localization using normalized cross correlation (NCC)

Methods: Volumetric images of a thoracic end-to-end SBRT phantom with a removabl...

Real Time Monte Carlo Dose Calculation for Clinical Cyberknife Radiation Therapy Based on Deep Learning Diffusion Model

Authors: Ruiyan Du, He Huang, Mingzhu Li, Ying Li, Hongyu Lin, Wei Liu, Shihuan Qin, Yiming Ren, Hui Xu, Lian Zhang, Xiao Zhang, Zunhao Zhang

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Medical AI Lab, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Hebei Provincial Engineering Research Center for AI-Based Cancer Treatment Decision-Making, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Department of Oncology, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Monte Carlo (MC) dose calculation is the gold standard in clinical CyberKnife radiation therapy (RT), considering its steep dose gradients and high-freedom non-coplanar beam angles, but extre...

Reproducibility of Target Position during Surface-Guided Breath-Hold Adaptive SBRT of Liver Cancer

Authors: Lili Chen, Xiaoming Chen, Chang Ming Charlie Ma, Joshua Meyer

Affiliation: Fox Chase Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Fast CBCT (HyperSight) acquisition technique together with a surface-guided breath-hold (SGBH) would allow a better image quality for accurate target/organ delineation. It facilitates breath-...

Retrospective Comparison of Treatment Plan Quality As a Function of Delivery Time for SBRT Thoracic Tumors

Authors: Danielle Renee Daiger, Nicholas N. Sperling

Affiliation: University of Toledo, University of Toledo Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To retrospectively evaluate the impact of planned delivery time on plan quality metrics for breath-hold VMAT SBRT thoracic cancer patients.
Methods:
Patients treated for SBRT thoraci...

Simplified Method of Assessing Lung Volume Limits during the Planning Process in the Re-Treatment Environment

Authors: Sameera Kumar, Chang Ming Charlie Ma, Robert A. Price

Affiliation: Fox Chase Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Difficulty assessing lung limits during treatment planning in the retreatment environment can be compounded as limits are volume-based (ie. VxGy<37%) and require a critical volume with a m...

Simultaneous Synthesis of Lung Perfusion and Ventilation Images from CT Using a Dual-Decoder Residual Attention Network for Lung Disease Diagnosis

Authors: Li-Sheng Geng, David Huang, Haoze Li, Xi Liu, Meng Wang, Tianyu Xiong, Ruijie Yang, Weifang Zhang, Meixin Zhao

Affiliation: School of Physics, Beihang University, Department of Health Technology and Informatics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Peking University Third Hospital, Department of Nuclear Medicine, Peking University Third Hospital, Medical Physics Graduate Program, Duke Kunshan University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aimed to develop a deep learning-based framework for simultaneously generating lung perfusion and ventilation images from three-dimensional computed tomography (3D CT) images.
M...

Slit Scanning Delivery Simulation for Flash Radiotherapy

Authors: Muhammad Ramish Ashraf, Dixin Chen, Aaron Garza, Lloyd Emmanuel Kamole Ghomsi, Edward Elliot Graves, Billy W Loo, Stavros Melemenidis, Joseph B. Schulz, Lawrie Skinner, Murat Surucu

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University School of Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: FLASH radiotherapy, supported by robust preclinical evidence showing an improved therapeutic index, is advancing toward clinical trials. Clinical FLASH treatments will likely require scanning...

Spot Map Modification for Planning Optimization on a Spot Scanning Proton System with Adaptive Aperture

Authors: Austen N. Curcuru, Winter Green, Yao Hao, Jiayi Liu, Yuting Peng, Tiezhi Zhang, Xiandong Zhao

Affiliation: Washington University School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, WashU Medicine, Virginia Commonwealth University, Washington University School of Medicine, Washington University in St. Louis

Abstract Preview: Purpose: We proposed a treatment planning optimization method that utilizes customized spot map modification to achieve less dosimetry uncertainty, monitor unit ratio (MUR) and neutron dose in a spot ...

Streamlining Hippocampal-Sparing Whole-Brain VMAT Planning: Enhancing Efficiency and Plan Quality with an Automated Workflow

Authors: Eric C. Ford, Yulun He, Minsun Kim, Dustin Melancon, Juergen Meyer, Dong Joo Rhee, Yinghua Tao

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, University of Washington, MD Anderson Cancer Center, University of Washington

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To develop and evaluate an automated-planning technique capable of generating high-quality treatment plans for hippocampal-sparing-whole-brain radiation therapy.
Methods: An auto-planning ...

Targeted Multi-Criteria Optimization for Rapid Improvement of Organ-at-Risk Dose in the Setting of Prostate Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy

Authors: Alyssa Gadsby, William J. Godwin, Daniel G. McDonald, Jean L. Peng, Alek K. Rapchak, Sean A Roles, Austin M. Skinner, Stephanie Tan

Affiliation: Medical University of South Carolina

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To utilize multi-criteria optimization (MCO) in a targeted fashion to quickly and easily improve dose to the rectum when treating the prostate with stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT)....

The Dosimetric Impact of the Incremental Discontinuation of Bolus during Postmastectomy Chest Wall Radiation Treatment for Breast Cancer.

Authors: Anthony R Bardwell, Dong Won Kim, Faith S Kim, Isaac Y Kim, Juying Zhang

Affiliation: Kaiser Permanente

Abstract Preview: Purpose: When a patient develops a significant skin reaction at some point during postmastectomy radiotherapy, a clinical decision is often made to discontinue the planned daily use of bolus. The aim ...

The Impact of Intempo Imaging on Cyberknife Prostate Plans

Authors: Lei Fu, Eric Gressen, Yingcui Jia, Shari Rudoler, Yevgeniy Vinogradskiy, Qianyi Xu

Affiliation: Thomas Jefferson University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: InTempo imaging in the Accuray CyberKnife System improves the ability to track/correct target motion during treatment. However, no studies have provided information on the impact of InTempo I...

The Z Dimension Matters: 3D Noise Power Spectrum of a Clinical Photon Counting Detector CT System

Authors: Frank F. Dong, Megan C. Jacobsen, Ke Li, Xinming Liu, Humberto Monsivais, John Rong

Affiliation: Purdue University, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To investigate the noise characteristics of a clinical photon counting detector CT (PCD-CT) system along axial and through-plane (Z) dimensions using 3D NPS measurements.
Methods: This stu...

To Assess and Monitor the Characteristics of Scanning Proton Beam Utilizing the Xrv-124 Scintillator Device

Authors: Liang-Hsin Chen, Hsiang-Kuang Tony Linag

Affiliation: National Taiwan University Cancer Center, Department of Biomedical Engineering, National Taiwan University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The characteristics of scanning proton beam is one of crucial factors to affect dose delivering accuracy in proton theray. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate and monitor the stability of ...

Treatment Planning System Modelling of a New Commercial Rotational Table

Authors: Michael Armstrong, Courtney R. Buckey, Quan Chen, Suzanne J. Chungbin, Mirek Fatyga, Yi Rong, Jun Tan, Xiang Sheng Yan

Affiliation: Mayo Clinic Arizona, Mayo Clinic

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To model a commercial rotational table in treatment planning system (TPS) for accurate dose optimization and calculation.

Methods: A commercial rotational table (CDR EquilibriumÂź) is r...

Using Multi-Peak Reconstructions for Dosimetry of Fast and Quantitative Lutetium-177 SPECT/CT

Authors: Julia Brosch-Lenz, Munir Ghesani, Francesc Massanes, Michael Morris, Babak Saboury, Eliot Siegel, Alexander Hans Vija

Affiliation: Institute of Nuclear Medicine, Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc., Molecular Imaging

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Quantitative imaging of the radiopharmaceutical distribution is crucial for treatment evaluation and dosimetry. However, as patient numbers for Lutetium-177-(177Lu)-labelled therapies continu...

Utilizing Large Language Models for Efficient and Accurate Clinical Data Enrichment

Authors: Ara Alexandrian, Jessica Ashford, Jean-Guy Belliveau, Allison Dalton, Nathan Dobranski, Krystal M. Kirby, Garrett M. Pitcher, David E. Solis, Hamlet Spears, Angela M. Stam, Sotirios Stathakis, Jason Stevens, Rodney J. Sullivan, Sean Xavier Sullivan, Natalie N. Viscariello

Affiliation: Louisiana State University, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To improve retrospective risk analysis in radiation oncology by leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) to extract richly annotated data from unstructured clinical incident reports.
Method...

Validation of 3D Pseudo-Dose Map Reconstructed from Multi-View Cherenkov Images in Total Skin Electron Therapy

Authors: Brook Byrd, Lisha Chen, Michael LaRiviere, Baozhu Lu, John Plastaras, Brian W Pogue, Emily Xiong, Timothy C. Zhu, Yifeng Zhu

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Pennsylvania, University of Pennsylvania, University of Wisconsin - Madison

Abstract Preview: Purpose: For total skin electron therapy (TSET), achieving optimal dose distribution depends on precise patient positioning, which is often influenced by daily variability. Cherenkov imaging offers a ...

Validation of an Ivim Tool for Liver Hypoxia Assessment for an Online Adaptive MR-Linac System

Authors: Jean-Pierre Bissonnette, Catherine Coolens, Laura Dawson, Ryan A Kuhn, Michael Maddalena, Teo Stanescu

Affiliation: Princess Margaret Hospital, The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre - UHN, University of Toronto, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To investigate the generation and reproducibility of 3D hypoxia maps in liver hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) patients using data derived from an Intravoxel Incoherent Motion (IVIM) MR sequenc...