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A Clinical Evaluation of Two Commercially Available Deep-Learning Algorithms for Automated Organs at Risk Contouring

Authors: Steven DiBiase, Gurtej S. Gill, Haohua Billy Huang, Nicholas J. Lavini, Luxshan Shanmugarajah, Salar Souri, Samantha Wong

Affiliation: Stony Brook University, Northwell Health, Cornell University, NewYork-Presbyterian, New York-Presbyterian

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Clinical applications of deep learning-based algorithms have come to the radiation oncology field as organ at risk (OAR) auto contouring programs. We evaluated two of these algorithms’ (Radfo...

A Comparison of Non-Adaptive Versus Online Adaptive Radiotherapy for Prostate Cancer Using FLOW-RT-- Fast, AI-Driven but Learning-Enabled, Online Adaptive Workflow for Radiotherapy

Authors: Theodore Higgins Arsenault, Kenneth W. Gregg, Beatriz Guevara, Lauren E Henke, Angela Jia, Rojano Kashani, Kyle O'Carroll, Alex T. Price, Adithya Reddy, Atefeh Rezaei, Daniel E Spratt, Runyon C. Woods

Affiliation: University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the effect of unedited AI-generated contours used for online adaptive radiotherapy (FLOW-ART) on the plan quality of prostate treatments as compared to non-adaptive (non-ART) proc...

A Comparison of the Impact to Mean Doses to Organs at Risk of Small Versus Large Spot Sizes in Pelvic Proton Therapy

Authors: Jamie s Baker, Sam Beddar, Mahsa Dehghanpour, Ariel MT Hoang, Emma Holliday, Rachael M. Martin Paulpeter, Joshua S. Niedzielski, Luis Augusto Perles, Josie S Ruzek, Gabriel O. Sawakuchi

Affiliation: MD Anderson Cancer Center, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, niversity of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center School of Health Professions, Department of Radiation Physics, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center School of Health Professions

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aims to evaluate the dosimetric impact on organs at risk (OAR) of small versus large spot sizes when treating pelvic cancer patients with pencil beam scanning (PBS) proton therapy....

A Comprehensive TG 263 Toolkit for Generating, Validating, and Parsing Radiation Therapy Target Names

Authors: Rex A. Cardan, Richard A. Popple

Affiliation: University of Alabama at Birmingham

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Compliance with TG 263 naming conventions for target structures in radiation oncology remains a challenging task due to the complexity and variability of the protocol. Traditional validati...

A Customizable Phantom Insert Design for Testing Deformable Image Registration with Simulated Respiratory Motion

Authors: Mubasheer Chombakkadath, Tara E. Tyson, Iris Z. Wang

Affiliation: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, University at Buffalo (SUNY)

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Deformable image registration (DIR) is critical in adaptive radiation therapy (ART). Existing DIR phantoms either simulate tumor shape or volume changes but lack comprehensive motion simulati...

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 Dosimetric Study of Misconnection to Unloaded Needles in Interstitial HDR Brachytherapy

Authors: Shifeng Chen, Mariana Guerrero, Brian A. Hrycushko, Kai Huang, Kai Jiang, Narottam Lamichhane, Paul M. Medin, Elizabeth Nichols

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Maryland Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Unloaded needle catheters, if not handled properly, pose a risk for channel misconnection in interstitial high dose rate (iHDR) brachytherapy. This study aims to investigate the dosimetric im...

A Dual Energy CT-Guided Intelligent Radiation Therapy Platform

Authors: Jiayi Chen, Manju Liu, Ning Wen, Haoran Zhang, Yibin Zhang

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Ruijin Hospital, Department of Radiology, Ruijin Hospital Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Duke Kunshan University, Department of Radiation Oncology,Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study introduces a novel Dual Energy CT (DECT)-Guided Intelligent Radiation Therapy (DEIT) platform designed to streamline and optimize the radiotherapy process. The DEIT system combines...

A Framework for Automated Selection of Dose-Volume Objectives to Improve Radiation-Induced Immune Suppression (RIIS)-Related Overall Survival (OS) Following Chemo-Radiotherapy

Authors: Gabriel Lucas Andrade de Sousa, Einsley-Marie Janowski, Cam Nguyen, Krishni Wijesooriya

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Virginia, Department of Physics, University of Virginia

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Optimizing radiation therapy (RT) to spare the immune system may improve Overall Survival (OS) in cancer patients. This study develops a computational algorithm to identify optimal dose-volum...

A Hybrid 4π-Proton Arc Robust Optimization

Authors: Wenhua Cao, Xianjin Dai, PhD, Hadis Moazami Goudarzi, Gino Lim, Miaolan Xie, Lei Xing, Lewei Zhao

Affiliation: University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Houston, Department of Radiation Physics, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Proton Arc Therapy (PAT) delivers a continuous dose of radiation during gantry rotation. 4π is a non-coplanar technique used for advanced proton therapy delivery. This work proposes a hybrid ...

A Method to Reduce Workload in Adaptive Radiotherapy

Authors: Ramesh Boggula, Lincoln Houghton

Affiliation: Karmanos Cancer Institute, Wayne State University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate an approach that selectively applies adaptive re-planning only when needed to reduce clinical workload while maintaining treatment quality. Daily adaptive radiotherapy (ART) has t...

A Multi-Criteria Optimization Method Based on Reinforcement Learning and Adaptive Boosting in Radiation Therapy

Authors: Liqin HU, Tao He, Jing JIA, Pengcheng LONG, Wei Meng, Yang Yuan

Affiliation: SuperAccuracy Science & Technology Co. Ltd.

Abstract Preview: Purpose: A multi-criteria optimization method based on reinforcement learning and adaptive boosting(RLAB MCO) has been developed to enhance radiotherapy plan quality by offering reasonable and effecti...

A New Voxel-Based Similarity Approach for Assessing Contour Similarity and Clinical Dosimetric Effect

Authors: Shari Damast, Svetlana Kuznetsova, Christopher J. Tien

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Current contour similarity evaluation approaches (Dice Similarity Coefficient, Mean Distance to Agreement) are limited to geometric agreement without assessment of ultimate dosimetric impact....

A Novel Metric for Predicting Heart Dose Assessment in Left-Sided Breast Cancer Radiotherapy

Authors: Yufeng Cao, Arun Gopal, Kai Huang, Kai Wang

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Maryland Medical Center, University of Maryland, Baltimore

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The treatment of left-sided breast tumors poses significant concerns regarding the risk of radiation-induced damage to nearby organs, particularly the heart. In clinical practice, breath-hold...

A Qualitative Evaluation of the Prostate Patients Hscbct Images and Limbus Contours

Authors: Doris Dimitriadis/Dimitriadou, M. Saiful Huq, Ronald John Lalonde, Fang Li, Noor Mail, Adam Olson

Affiliation: UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center and University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, UPMC

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The objective of this study was to qualitatively evaluate Prostate Hypersight Cone-Beam CT (HSCBCT) images and assess its capability for Limbus auto-contouring. The qualitative evaluation and...

A Robust Quantitative Metric for Optimal Beam Selection in Radiotherapy of the Peripheral Lung Lesions: A Crucial Step in Standardization of Lung SBRT

Authors: Leslie Bell, Kai Ding, Reza Farjam, Russell K Hales, Sarah Han-Oh, Hamed Hooshangnejad, Jina Lee, K. Ranh Voong

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Optimal beam arrangement is crucial in automation and standardization of thorax radiotherapy where substantial tissue heterogeneity and several critical organs at risks (OARs) exist. Here, we...

A Self-Supervised Deep Learning Approach for Automatic Identification and Metal Artifact Reduction in Cone-Beam CT for Brachytherapy

Authors: Rani Anne', Wenchao Cao, Yingxuan Chen, Wookjin Choi, Firas Mourtada, Yevgeniy Vinogradskiy

Affiliation: Thomas Jefferson University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: In-room mobile cone-beam CT (CBCT) is emerging to enhance high-dose-rate (HDR) brachytherapy workflow using on-demand imaging. However, metal artifacts from X-ray markers inside gynecological...

A Tool to Quantitatively Assess Dose after Patient Motion

Authors: Asma Amjad, Renae Conlin, Beth A. Erickson, William Hall, Eric S. Paulson, Christina M. Sarosiek

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Medical College of Wisconsin

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The adapt-to-shape (ATS) workflow on the MR-Linac involves manual contour edits followed by treatment plan reoptimization on daily pre-beam MRIs. A verification image is acquired after plan o...

AI Auto-Contouring for CT-Based High-Dose-Rate Interstitial Brachytherapy of Cervical Cancer: Implications for Organ-at-Risk (OAR) Contouring and Dosimetric Analysis

Authors: Indrin J. Chetty, Jing Cui, Mitchell Kamrava, Tiffany M. Phillips, Jennifer M. Steers, Brad Stiehl

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Auto-contouring for HDR interstitial brachytherapy can be confounded by large deformation in anatomy and image quality. Here we evaluated the performance of an AI-based auto-contouring softwa...

AI-Based Registration-Free 3T T2-Weighted MRI Synthesis Using Truefisp MRI Acquired on a 0.35T MR-Linac System

Authors: Hilary P Bagshaw, Mark K Buyyounouski, Cynthia Fu-Yu Chuang, Yu Gao, Dimitre Hristov, Lianli Liu, Lawrie Skinner, Lei Xing

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
MR-guided radiation therapy has introduced a significant leap in cancer treatment by allowing adaptive treatment. The low-field MR-guided system predominantly uses the TrueFISP sequence, w...

AI-Based SBRT Dose Prediction Directly from Diagnostic PET/CT: Applications for Multi-Disciplinary Lung Cancer Care

Authors: Pradeep Bhetwal, Wookjin Choi, Adam Dicker, Rupesh Ghimire, Yingcui Jia, Lauren Nkwonta, Yevgeniy Vinogradskiy, Wentao Wang, Maria Werner-Wasik

Affiliation: Thomas Jefferson University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Multi-disciplinary clinics are becoming standard of care for patients with lung cancer treated with SBRT. To improve clinical decision support in a multi-disciplinary clinic, it would be bene...

Adapting Newer Treatment Planning Strategy for Uveal Melanoma Cases Using Gamma Knife Radiosurgery

Authors: Deepak Agrawal, Subhash Gupta, Shashanksharad Kale, Gopishankar Natanasabapathi, Manoj Phalak, Dhanabalan Rajasekaran, Surendra Kumar Saini, Subramani Vellaiyan

Affiliation: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), All India Institute of Medical Sciences

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To evaluate planning strategy for uveal melanoma tumor (UM) in gamma knife stereotactic radiosurgery (GKSRS) using Lightning inverse planning software for treatment planning.
Methods:

Advancing Flash Radiotherapy: Intercomparison of Parameters between Two Institutions to Optimize Clinical Applications.

Authors: Amir Abdollahi, Celine Karle, Michele M. Kim, Constantinos Koumenis, Andrea Mairani, Erato Stylianou Markidou

Affiliation: Heidelberg Ion-Beam Therapy Center - Department of Radiation Oncology, German Cancer Research Centre(DKFZ), University of Pennsylvania, Physics Dep. University of Cyprus

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The aim is to compare FLASH dose-rate RT generated with protons and carbon (HIT) and compare to protons (UPenn) to provide evidence for equipotency of FLASH vs. standard RT to tumor growth co...

Advancing Thoracic Synthetic CT Images with Enhanced Cyclegan for Adaptive Radiotherapy Applications

Authors: Silambarasan Anbumani, Nicolette O'Connell, Eenas A. Omari, Amanda Pan, Eric S. Paulson, Lindsay Puckett, Monica E. Shukla, Dan Thill, Jiaofeng Xu

Affiliation: Elekta Inc, Elekta Limited, Linac House, Department of Radiation Oncology, Medical College of Wisconsin

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Accurate electron density information from on-board imaging is essential for direct dose calculations in adaptive radiotherapy (ART). This study evaluates a deep learning model for thoracic s...

An Energy Layer Optimization Approach for Spot Scanning Proton Arc Therapy

Authors: Wenhua Cao, Hadis Moazami Goudarzi, Madison Emily Grayson, Zongsheng Hu, Gino Lim, Steven Hsesheng Lin, Radhe Mohan

Affiliation: The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Houston, Department of Radiation Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Radiation Physics, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Proton Arc Therapy (PAT) offers significant potential in treating complex cancer cases by delivering a continuous radiation dose as the gantry rotates. This study aims to investigate the pote...

An Integrated Optimization Method for Joint Lattice Positioning and Dose Planning in Lattice Therapy

Authors: Hao Gao, Xue Hong, Harold Li, Yuting Lin, Jufri Setianegara, Xin Tong, Chao Wang, Weijie Zhang, Ya-Nan Zhu

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Lattice radiotherapy (LATTICE) is a form of spatially fractionated radiation therapy (SFRT) designed to deliver high radiation doses to specific tumor regions (vertices) while sparing surroun...

Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Driven Automatic Contour Quality Assurance (QA) with Uncertainty Quantification

Authors: Steve B. Jiang, Dan Nguyen, Chenyang Shen, Fan-Chi F. Su, Jiacheng Xie, Shunyu Yan, Daniel Yang, Ying Zhang, You Zhang

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Accurate delineation of treatment targets and organs-at-risk is crucial for radiotherapy. Despite significant progress in artificial intelligence (AI)-based automatic segmentation tools, effi...

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 the Need for Online Adaptive Prostate SBRT Using the MR-Linac

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

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study evaluates the necessity and potential benefits of online adaptive stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) for prostate cancer using the ViewRay MR-Linac system. By leveraging real-ti...

Assessing the Potential of Remote Navigation Systems to Mitigate GI Toxicity in Abdominal SBRT

Authors: Justus Adamson, Wesley Andrew Cunningham, Caleb Logan Smith

Affiliation: Duke University, Duke University Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Radiation induced bowel toxicity is a persistent issue for abdominal Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT). Remote magnetic navigation systems (RMNS) have been developed for use in magne...

Assessment of Daily Target Volume and Dose Variations in Adaptive MR-Guided Radiotherapy for Pancreatic Cancer Patient

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

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Pancreatic cancer poses therapeutic challenges due to the proximity of critical organs, requiring precise radiotherapy. Magnetic resonance (MR)-guided linear accelerators provide daily ima...

Assessment of Deep Learning Models for 3D Dose Prediction in Prostate Cancer SIB-IMRT Using MR-Linac

Authors: Hao-Wen Cheng, Jonathan G. Li, Chihray Liu, Wen-Chih Tseng, Guanghua Yan

Affiliation: University of Florida

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study develops and evaluates deep learning (DL) models for predicting 3D dose distributions in simultaneous integrated boost (SIB) prostate cancer treatment using the Elekta Unity MR-Lin...

Auto-Contouring of OAR Enhances Patient Safety and Workflow in Gamma Knife Stereotactic Radiosurgery

Authors: Sven Ferguson, S. Murty Goddu, Ana Heermann, Taeho Kim, Nels C. Knutson, Hugh HC Lee, Shanti Marasini, Timothy Mitchell, Seungjong Oh, Kevin Renick

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: In the Gamma Knife stereotactic radiosurgery (GK-SRS), the delineation of organs-at-risks (OARs) was not fully automated. Due to the cumbersome nature of manual OAR contouring, dose evaluatio...

Auto-Segmentation Scripting to Generate Optimization Structures for Spine SBRT Planning

Authors: Jon Hansen

Affiliation: Washington University in St Louis

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Commercially available auto-segmentation software was utilized to generate institution-specific optimization structures for spine stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT). Implementation of...

Automated Case Prioritization in Breast Radiation Therapy Peer Review Rounds

Authors: Leigh A. Conroy, Thomas G Purdie, Christy Wong

Affiliation: Department of Medical Biophysics, University of Toronto, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To develop a novel machine learning (ML) algorithm to evaluate and rank breast radiation therapy (RT) treatment plans based on treatment complexity for prioritization in multidisciplinary pee...

Automated Determination of Deteriorations in Proton Therapy Plan Quality Using Daily Cone Beam CT As a Predictor of Need for Adaptive Replans for Head and Neck Cases

Authors: Matthew J Ferris, Jason K Molitoris

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Anatomy changes often happen in head-and-neck (HN) patients treated with proton radiation therapy. These changes can result in deteriorations of target dose coverage and increased dose to org...

Automated IMPT Treatment Planning for CSI: Enhancing Efficiency with Auto-Segmentation and Scripting

Authors: Katja M. Langen, William Andrew LePain, Robert Muiruri, Vivi Nguyen, Mosa Pasha, Roelf L. Slopsema, Alexander Stanforth, Yinan Wang, Mingyao Zhu

Affiliation: Emory Healthcare, Emory University, Department of Radiation Oncology and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Intensity modulated proton therapy (IMPT) treatment planning for craniospinal irradiation (CSI) is complex and requires extensive effort from the planner. This study aims to enhance planning ...

Automated Treatment Planning for Stereotactic Recurrent Head and Neck Cancers Using Knowledge-Based Planning, Multicriteria Optimization, and Dosimetric Scorecards

Authors: Shane McCarthy, Damodar Pokhrel, William St. Clair, Eddy S Yang

Affiliation: University of Kentucky, Department of Radiation Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Demonstration of automated stereotactic treatment planning for recurrent head and neck (RHN) cancers using knowledge-based planning, multicriteria optimization (MCO), and dosimetric scorecard...

Automatic Contour Quality Assurance Using Deep-Learning Based Contours

Authors: Laurence Edward Court, Raphael Douglas, David Fuentes, Anuja Jhingran, Barbara Marquez, Raymond Mumme, Christine Peterson, Julianne M. Pollard-Larkin, Surendra Prajapati, Dong Joo Rhee, Thomas J. Whitaker

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Safe deployment of auto-contouring models requires the inclusion of automated quality assurance (QA). One approach is to use an independent auto-contouring model and compare the contours geom...

BEST IN PHYSICS THERAPY: Population-Based Automated Organs-at-Risk Contouring Outlier Detection and Visualization without Requiring Patient-Specific Reference Contour

Authors: Rex A. Cardan, Carlos E. Cardenas, Quan Chen, Jingwei Duan, Joseph Harms, Joel A. Pogue, Richard A. Popple, Yi Rong, Dennis N. Stanley, Natalie N. Viscariello, Libing Zhu

Affiliation: Washington University in St. Louis, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Mayo Clinic Arizona, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Manual verification of organs-at-risk(OARs) delineations is a critical yet time-intensive process, often susceptible to unintentional oversights. To assist the reviewing process, a population...

Box-Prompt Zero-Shot Smart Segmentation in Radiation Oncology Using a SAM-Based Model: Smartsam

Authors: Kristen A. Duke, Samer Jabor, Neil A. Kirby, Parker New, Niko Papanikolaou, Arkajyoti Roy, Yuqing Xia

Affiliation: St. Mary's University, The University of Texas San Antonio, UT Health San Antonio

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
The Segment Anything Model (SAM) is a foundational box-prompt-based model for natural image segmentation. However, its applicability to zero-shot 3D medical image segmentation, particularl...

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 ...

Clinical Feasibility of a Deep-Learning-Based Auto Contouring through Qualitative and Dosimetric Assessments

Authors: Sara Endo, Takeshi Fujisawa, Hidehiro Hojo, Masaki Nakamura, Hidenobu Tachibana

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital East, Radiation Safety and Quality Assurance Division, National Cancer Center Hospital East

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To assess the clinical feasibility of deep learning (DL)-based automated contouring through qualitative and quantitative assessments.

Methods: Sixty cases were chosen, including 3 OARs...

Clinical Implementation of Automated Contour Quality Assurance in Head and Neck Radiotherapy

Authors: Sam Armstrong, Jamison Louis Brooks, Nicole Johnson, Douglas John Moseley, Cassie Sonnicksen, Erik J. Tryggestad

Affiliation: Mayo Clinic

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the feasibility of a shallow learning-based quality assurance (QA) tool designed to assist human reviewers in assessing organ-at-risk (OAR) contours for head and neck radiotherapy...

Clinical Validation of a Deep-Learning Segmentation Tool for Head and Neck Cancer Patients and Thoracic and Abdominal Cancer Patients

Authors: Haijian Chen, Katja M. Langen, William Andrew LePain, Claire Tran, Mingyao Zhu

Affiliation: Emory Healthcare, Emory University, Georgia Institute of Technology

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To validate the performance of a commercial deep-learning segmentation (DLS) tool for head and neck cancer (HNC) and thoracic and abdominal cancer (TAC) by comparing it to manual segmentation...

Cloud Workflow AI Apps for Radiotherapy Image Analysis Using Pycerr and Seven Bridges-Cancer Genomics Cloud

Authors: Aditya P. Apte, Joseph O. Deasy, Sharif F. Elguindi, Aditi Iyer, Jue Jiang, Eve Marie LoCastro, Jung Hun Oh, Amita Shukla-Dave, Harini Veeraraghavan

Affiliation: Department of Medical Physics, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: We present publicly shareable applications (apps) for AI-based radiotherapy segmentation workflows with pyCERR on Seven Bridges Cancer Genomics Cloud-based platform (CGC-SB)
Methods: Runni...

Commissioning and Validation of Monaco Proton Treatment Planning System on a Compact Proton Therapy System

Authors: Shupeng Chen, Xiaoda Cong, Raymond Dalfsen, Rohan Deraniyagala, Xuanfeng Ding, James E. Dolan, Xiaoqiang Li, Jian Liang, Peilin Liu, An Qin, Martin Soukup, Craig Stevens, Xiangkun Xu, Weili Zheng

Affiliation: Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewellhealth William Beaumont University Hospital, William Beaumont University Hospital, Elekta, Department of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, Johns Hopkins University, Corewellhealth William Beaumont Hospital, Department of Radiation Oncology, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To facilitate clinical use of the proton feature of Monaco treatment planning system(TPS), we commissioned and validated it on a compact proton therapy system.
Methods: Pencil Beam Scannin...

Comparative Evaluation of Dosimetric Treatment Plan Quality for Truebeam, and Tomotherapy in Spatially Fractionated Radiation Therapy

Authors: Raghavendiran Boopathy, Mansoor Khan, Srinidhi Rajagopalan

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aims to evaluate and compare the dosimetric outcomes of spatially fractionated radiotherapy (SFRT) grid planning techniques using Varian Eclipse for a Varian Edge C-arm LINAC syste...

Comparison of AI-Based and Ants for Longitudinal Deformable Image Registration in Head and Neck Cancer

Authors: Aditya P. Apte, Joseph O. Deasy, Jue Jiang, Nancy Lee, Sudharsan Madhavan, Nishant Nadkarni, Lopamudra Nayak, Harini Veeraraghavan, Wei Zhao

Affiliation: Department of Medical Physics, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To track early response to radiotherapy using digital twins, it is crucial to quantify tumor volume and mass changes. Traditional tumor detection methods, particularly in image registration, ...

Comparison of Linear Energy Transfer Volume Histograms from Two Beam Geometries in a Pediatric Chordoma Patient Treated with Intensity Modulated Proton Therapy

Authors: Michael Confer, Mark A. Newpower

Affiliation: University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: A pediatric patient recently presented to our clinic for treatment for chordoma, which was near the brainstem. The clinician elected to treat this patient using intensity modulated proton the...

Comprehensive Assessment of Intra-Fractional and Inter-Fractional Motion in Intensity-Modulated Proton Therapy for Esophageal Cancer

Authors: Tianyuan Dai, Xiaoying Fan, Shuting Wang, Yong Yin

Affiliation: Department of Graduate, Shandong First Medical University, Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, Department of Radiation Oncology Physics and Technology, Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute, Shandong First Medical University and Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the interplay effect during intra-fractional motion and the effect of the robust optimization parameters for inter-fractional motion in the intens...

Conformal Flash for Large Treatment Fields

Authors: Julien Forthomme, Carolina Llina Fuentes, Valentin Hamaide, Lucian Hotoiu, Rudi Labarbe, Rasmus Nilsson, Arnaud Pin, Francois Vander Stappen, Erik Traneus

Affiliation: RaySearch Laboratories AB, Ion Beam Applications SA

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Conformal FLASH achieves ultra-high-dose-rate (UHDR) proton therapy (>40 Gy/sec) by scanning a mono-energetic pencil beam through accessories (range shifter, Conformal Energy Modulator, apert...

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 Aided Oropharyngeal Cancer Autoplanning

Authors: Mark Bowers, Gabriel Carrizo, Jimmy Caudell, Vladimir Feygelman, Kevin Greco, Christian Hahn, Jihye Koo, Kujtim Latifi, Fredrik Lofman, Jacopo Parvizi, Muqeem Qayyum, Caleb Sawyer

Affiliation: RaySearch Laboratories, Moffitt Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Head and neck (H&N) radiotherapy planning is complex, with multiple competing objectives. We endeavored to improve efficiency of planning by developing a deep learning (DL) model trained to p...

Deep Learning-Based Auto-Segmentation in Cervical High-Dose-Rate Brachytherapy with Clinical Considerations

Authors: Benjamin Haibe-Kains, Ruiyan Ni, Alexandra Rink

Affiliation: Department of Medical Biophysics, University of Toronto, University Health Network

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Accurate auto-segmentation for targets and organs-at-risk (OARs) using deep learning reduces the delineating time in radiotherapy. In high-dose-rate brachytherapy, specific clinical criteria ...

Deep Learning-Based Segmentation for Precision Radiation Therapy in Breast Cancertreatment

Authors: Hamdah Alanazi, Silvia Pella

Affiliation: FAU, Florida Atlantic University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The appearance of breast cancer in the global list of most common cancers worldwide requires
research for ultimate treatment approaches including radiation therapy to reduce deaths from br...

Developing and Evaluating the First Pre-Treatment Physics Plan Checklist for Error Detection in Biology-Guided Radiotherapy (BgRT)

Authors: Michael Burke, David J. Carlson, Yiu-Hsin Chang, Huixiao Chen, Zhe (Jay) Chen, Emily A. Draeger, Dae Yup Han, Vanessa Hill, Ann-Teresa Jasman, John Kim, Svetlana Kuznetsova, MinYoung Lee, Daniel Longo, Henry S. Park, Adam Shulman, Lauren Tressel, Weili Zhong

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
The complexity of biology-guided radiotherapy (BgRT), particularly with systems like RefleXion X1, necessitates robust pre-treatment quality assurance (QA) to ensure patient safety, treatm...

Development and Clinical Validation of Hyperarc Stereotactic Radiosurgery Method for Intraocular Tumors

Authors: Chase Cochran, Damodar Pokhrel, William St Clair

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Currently, intraocular disease is primarily treated via COMS-plaques brachytherapy. Various stereotactic approaches via photons/proton beam have also been implemented (CyberKnife/GammaKnife/p...

Development and Experimental Validation of an in-House Proton Treatment Planning System with Energy Layer Optimization

Authors: Hao Gao, Yuting Lin, Jufri Setianegara, Aoxiang Wang, Peng Xiao, Qingguo Xie, Yanan Zhu

Affiliation: Department of Biomedical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Kansas Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Intensity-modulated proton therapy (IMPT) achieves uniform tumor dose distribution while sparing organs-at-risk (OAR) by optimizing spot weights across energy layers. Accelerating IMPT delive...

Development and Validation of a Scalable Radiomics Pipeline for Lung Cancer Research Using Clinical and Public Datasets

Authors: Pradeep Bhetwal, Yingxuan Chen, Wookjin Choi, Michael Dichmann, Adam Dicker, Rupesh Ghimire, Yevgeniy Vinogradskiy, Maria Werner-Wasik

Affiliation: Thomas Jefferson University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Radiomics has emerged as a powerful tool in medical research. However, the lack of standardized and reproducible pipelines limits its clinical adoption. This study developed a robust and scal...

Development of Cross-Platform Application for Radiation Contamination Assessment

Authors: Wesley E. Bolch, Lotem Buchbinder Shadur, Natalia Estefania Carrasco-Rojas, Chansoo Choi, Robert Joseph Dawson, Shaheen Dewji, John Francis, Emmanual Mate-Kole, Wyatt Smither, Yitian Wang

Affiliation: Georgia Tech, University of Florida, Nuclear and Radiological Engineering and Medical Physics Programs, Georgia Institute of Technology

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Develop a software application capable of assessing the radiation contamination of military service members and members of the general public for fast, on-site radiological triage. The softwa...

Development of a Knowledge-Based Planning Model for Intensity Modulated Proton Therapy in Breast Cancer Treatment

Authors: Parker Anderson, Elizabeth L. Bossart, Jonathan Cyriac, Nesrin Dogan, Robert Kaderka, Yihang Xu

Affiliation: University of Miami, University of Miami, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Knowledge-based planning (KBP) can enhance the treatment planning process in cancer radiotherapy (RT). By training a KBP model with high-quality treatment plans developed by experts, dose-...

Development of a Knowledge-Based Planning Model for Optimal Trade-Off Guidance in Locally Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Authors: Ming Chao, Hao Guo, Tenzin Kunkyab, Yang Lei, Tian Liu, Kenneth Rosenzweig, Robert Samstein, James Tam, Junyi Xia, Jiahan Zhang

Affiliation: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
The aim of the study is to develop a trade-off prediction model to efficiently guide the treatment planning process for patients with stage III non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Metho...

Development of an Eclipse Scripting API-Based Toolbox for Automated Planning in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Feasibility and Validation Study

Authors: Ming Chao, Hao Guo, Tenzin Kunkyab, Yang Lei, Tian Liu, Kenneth Rosenzweig, Robert Samstein, Junyi Xia, Jiahan Zhang

Affiliation: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
This study aims to develop and validate an Eclipse Scripting Application Programming Interface (ESAPI)-based planning toolbox that incorporates preset human expertise to improve planning e...

Direct Dose Verification in Liver SBRT Utilizing an Accumulative Daily CBCT Algorithm

Authors: Michael Buckstein, Yang Lei, Tian Liu, Charlotte Elizabeth Read, Jing Wang, Kaida Yang, Jiahan Zhang

Affiliation: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Inter-fraction anatomic variations in liver SBRT can cause significant discrepancies between planned and delivered doses. We developed a CBCT-based accumulative algorithm to directly compare ...

Dosimetric Analysis of Plans Using X-Ray and X-Îł-Ray Combination Strategy for Advanced Cervical Cancer Patients with Pelvic Lymph Node Metastasis

Authors: Yi Li

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Advances in radiotherapy technology are crucial for improving cervical cancer (CC) treatment. This study explores a novel X-ray and Îł-ray dual-modality radiation (TaiChiB) system, comparing i...

Dosimetric Assessment of Multicriteria Optimization for Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation (APBI)

Authors: Alyssa Gadsby, William J. Godwin, Jennifer L. Harper, 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: Multi-Criteria Optimization (MCO) theoretically allows for increased dose control during optimization. This study is the first to compare standard optimization (SO) and MCO for accelerated pa...

Dosimetric Assessment of Simultaneous Multi-Energy and Fluence Optimization for IMRT and VMAT

Authors: Aliasghar Rohani, Rui Zhang

Affiliation: Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Department of Radiation Oncology, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of simultaneous optimization of multi-photon beam energy and fluence on IMRT and VMAT treatment planning.
Methods: An Elekta linear accelerator (lin...

Dosimetric Assessment of Spatially Fractionated Radiation Therapy on Prostate Cancer Cases: Our Experience in Nsia-Luth Cancer Center, Lagos

Authors: Adebayo Abe, Samuel Olaolu Adeneye, Bidemi I. Akinlade, Inioluwa Damilola Ariyo, Sylvester Entonu, Muhammad Habeebu, Adedayo O. Joseph, Oluwaseyi Oderinde, Oluwadara Ojediran, Margaret Dideolu Taiwo

Affiliation: University of Ibadan, University of Lagos, Missouri University of Science and Technology, Purdue University, NSIA-LUTH Cancer Center, University of Lagos, NSIA-LUTH Cancer Centre

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Spatially Fractionated Radiation Therapy (SFRT) is an advanced radiotherapy technique designed to deliver highly heterogeneous radiation doses, aiming to optimize tumor control while minim...

Dosimetric Comparison of Lattice and 3D Grid VMAT Planning for Spatially Fractionated Radiotherapy

Authors: Minbin Chen, Gang Liu, Manju Liu, Weiwei Sang, Pulin Sun, Mingyuan Ye, Fang-Fang Yin, Lihua Zhang, Haiming Zhu

Affiliation: Jiahui International Hospital, Radiation Oncology, Cancer Center, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Medical Physics Graduate Program, Duke Kunshan University, Duke Kunshan University, The First People's Hospital of Kunshan

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aims to conduct a dosimetric comparison between lattice radiotherapy (LRT) and 3D grid treatment planning techniques, focusing on their differences in delivering three-dimensional ...

Dosimetric Comparison of MR-Linac Vs. Cyberknife for Prostate Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy

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

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Prostate stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) requires precise dose delivery to the target volume and organ-at-risk (OAR) sparing. This study compares MR-Linac (MRL) and CyberKnife (CK)...

Dosimetric Effect of Patient Positioning Errors in Dual-Isocenter VMAT for Bilateral Breast Cancer Treatment: A Quantitative Assessment

Authors: Awens Alphonse, Nebi Demez, Noufal Manthala Padannayil, Haley Park, Shyam Pokharel, Suresh Rana, Lauren A. Rigsby, Nishan Shrestha, Somol Sunny

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study evaluates the dosimetric effects of patient positioning errors, including setup inaccuracies and yaw deviations, on dual-isocenter volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) plans for...

Dosimetric Evaluation of Clinical Venezia Hybrid Applicator Plans Using a TG-186 Model-Based Dose Calculation Algorithm

Authors: Davide Brivio, Ivan M. Buzurovic, Thomas C. Harris, Desmond A. O'Farrell

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Cervical cancer can be treated with a brachytherapy boost following external beam radiotherapy. One applicator option is the Advanced Gynecological Applicator "Venezia" (Elekta) hybrid, consi...

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 Feasibility of Dominant Intraprostatic Lesion Dose Escalation in HDR Prostate Brachytherapy

Authors: Abby E. Besemer, Carolyn Eckrich, John M. Floberg, Michael J. Lawless, Jessica R. Miller, Joseph B. Schulz, Jordan M. Slagowski, Autumn E. Walter-Denzin

Affiliation: University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Medical Physics, University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Human Oncology, Department of Human Oncology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Department of Human Oncology, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The aim of this treatment planning study was to evaluate the feasibility of escalating dose with HDR prostate brachytherapy to imaging-identified intraprostatic macroscopic lesions while mode...

Dosimetric Impact of Adaptive Radiotherapy with Ethos for Prostate Cancer: Localized Analysis of Bladder and Rectum across Planned, Non-Adaptive Accumulated, and Adapted Treatments

Authors: Huisi Ai, Scott Glaser, Yi Lao, Percy Lee, Sara N. Lim, An Liu, Bo Liu, Borna Maraghechi, Kun Qing, Chengyu Shi, William T. Watkins, Terence Williams, Qiuyun Xu, Jiahua Zhu

Affiliation: WashU Medicine, Graduate Program in Bioengineering, University of California San Francisco-UC Berkeley, City of Hope Orange County, Department of Radiation Oncology, City of Hope National Medical Center, Department of Radiation Oncology, City of Hope Orange County, Department of Radiation Oncology, City of Hope Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To employ a novel surface dose mapping approach for localized assessment of the dosimetric impact of Ethos adaptive radiotherapy (ART) for prostate cancer (PC).
Methods: This study include...

Dosimetric Impact of Calculation Grid Size in ZAP-X Stereotactic Radiosurgery

Authors: Michael Evan Chaga, Timothy Chen, Darra M. Conti, Shabbar Danish, Jing Feng, Wenzheng Feng, Joseph Hanley, Tingyu Wang

Affiliation: Hackensack Meridian Health, Jersey Shore University Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: ZAP-X is the newest cranial stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) platform. Small-volume structures usually found in the head and neck may be susceptible to dose-volume averaging, which has not bee...

Dosimetric Impact on Patient Roll/Yaw Change for Whole Breast 3D Radiotherapy

Authors: Min Su

Affiliation: Mount Sinai School of Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate dosimetric impact of target coverage and organ at risk (OARs) sparing for whole breast patient setup roll/yaw change in 3D-conformal radiotherapy.
Methods: 8 whole breast cases...

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...

Dosinme: A 3D Visualization Platform for Internal Dosimetry and Radionuclide Behavior in Computational Human Phantoms

Authors: Lotem Buchbinder Shadur, Shaheen Dewji, Martin Graffigna, Alejandro Rafael Martinez, Emmanuel Mate-Kole, Antonio McClain, Samuel Taylor, Jeffrey Wang

Affiliation: Student, Nuclear and Radiological Engineering and Medical Physics Programs, Georgia Institute of Technology

Abstract Preview: Purpose: DosInMe is an internal dosimetry visualization tool developed by the Radiological Engineering, Detection, and Dosimetry Laboratory at Georgia Tech to assist researchers and professionals in v...

Efficient Denoising of Low-Statistic Influence Matrices Using a Diffusion Transformer-Based Framework for Adaptive Proton Therapy

Authors: Yuzhen Ding, Hongying Feng, Jason Michael Holmes, Baoxin Li, Wei Liu, Daniel Ma, Lisa McGee, Samir H. Patel, Jean Claude M. Rwigema, Sujay A. Vora

Affiliation: Arizona State University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Mayo Clinic

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Intensity-modulated proton therapy (IMPT) is a preferred treatment modality for head and neck (H&N) cancer patients, offering precise tumor targeting while sparing surrounding organs at ri...

Empowering Knowledge Transfer in Global Radiotherapy Planning: An Educational Case Study of Knowledge-Based Models in Nepal

Authors: Rita Buono, Elisabetta Cagni, Roberta Castriconi, Surendra Bahadur Chand, Marco Esposito, Claudio Fiorino, Valeria Landoni, Aldo Mazzilli, Eugenia Moretti, Lorenzo Placidi, Giulia Rambaldi Guidasci, Alessia Tudda

Affiliation: IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Department of Advanced Technology, IRCCS Regina Elena National Cancer Institute, ASU FC Medical Physics, University Hospital of Parma AOUP, ICTP, B.P. Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Fatebenefratelli Isola Tiberina – Gemelli Isola

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To explore the feasibility and educational impact of transferring knowledge-based planning (KBP) models—developed using Italian breast radiotherapy data—to a Nepalese hospital, thereby demons...

Empowering Young Minds through STEM Education: Engaging High Schoolers in Ghana through Medical Physics.

Authors: Jessica Fagerstrom, Juliana Ama Kplorfia, Abigail N.M. Quaye, Mercy T Schandorf, Bishwambhar Sengupta, Peniel T Twum, Afua A. Yorke

Affiliation: University of Ghana Medical Center, University of Washington, Department of Radiation Oncology, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, University of Washington, Medical Equipment and Ancillary Services, Girls Excellence Movement, Global Communities

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To empower and promote diversity in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), an educational presentation and hands-on session were organized to raise awareness of STEM career...

Enhanced Pelvic Organ Segmentation Using LLM-Driven Prompts for Prostate Cancer Low-Dose-Rate Brachytherapy

Authors: Yang Lei, Tian Liu, Ren-Dih Sheu, Meysam Tavakoli, Jing Wang, Kaida Yang, Jiahan Zhang

Affiliation: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
The study aimed to improve target and organ at risk (OAR) segmentation in low-dose-rate brachytherapy (LDR-BT) for prostate cancer treatment, by integrating clinical guidelines into deep l...

Enhancing Dosimetric Conformity in Single-Energy Bragg Peak Flash Therapy Using Aperture-Based Techniqu

Authors: Chin-Cheng Chen, Chingyun Cheng, Longfei Diao, Benjamin Durkee, Minglei Kang, Haibo Lin, LeLe Liu, Yangguang Ma, Xuanqin Mou, YunTong Pei, Charles B. Simone, YuFei Wang, Xueqing Yan, Xingyi Zhao, Wang Zhengda

Affiliation: Peking University, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, New York Proton Center, Department of Human Oncology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Radiation Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, School of Software Engineering, Xi’an Jiaotong University, School of information and communications engineering, Faculty of electronic and information engineering, Xi’an Jiaotong University, 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: This study evaluates the effectiveness of apertures in improving lateral dose falloff in proton pencil beam scanning (PBS) single-energy Bragg peak (SEBP) FLASH radiotherapy (RT). The approac...

Enhancing Radiation Oncology Imaging with a Novel Variational Model Decomposition, Radon Transformation, and Kohonen Self-Organizing Map Denoising Framework

Authors: Hassan Bagher-Ebadian, Justine M. Cunningham, Anthony J. Doemer, Mohammad M. Ghassemi, Joshua P. Kim, Benjamin Movsas, Kundan S Thind

Affiliation: Michigan State University, Henry Ford Health

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Reduction of noise in medical images critically enables improved accuracy in delineating tumors and organs at risk, leading to more precise treatment planning and safer image-guided radiation...

Enhancing Radiotherapy Planning with Machine Learning: Correlating Anatomical Features and Planning Difficulty to Guide Optimal Plan Design

Authors: Li Chen, Shouliang Ding, Xiaoyan Huang, Lecheng Jia, Hua Li, Hongdong Liu, Yanfei Liu, Zun Piao, Guangyu Wang

Affiliation: State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Guangdong Key Laboratory of Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Shenzhen United Imaging Research Institute of Innovative Medical Equipment

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Optimal radiotherapy planning is challenging, influenced by anatomical factors such as surrounding organs and tumor characteristics, which complicate dose distribution and target coverage. Wh...

Enhancing Robustness in Proton Therapy through Online Adaptive Workflow: An in-Silico Study

Authors: Robbie Beckert, Weiren Liu, Thomas R. Mazur, Allen Mo, Stephanie Perkins, Hailei Zhang, Tianyu Zhao

Affiliation: Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, University of South Florida, WashU Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Online adaptation may mitigate uncertainties in proton therapy arising from interfractional anatomical changes. While robust optimization accounts for setup and range uncertainties during pla...

Equivalent Uniform Dose and Duodenal Toxicity Correlation in Pancreatic Cancer Irradiation

Authors: Samira Dabaghmanesh, Beth A. Erickson, William Hall, Jason Hirshberg, An Tai

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Medical College of Wisconsin

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Treatment plan evaluation for minimizing duodenal toxicity often involves multiple dose-volume constraints that vary based on fractionation. The Equivalent Uniform Dose (EUD) has emerged as a...

Evaluating Commercial Auto-Segmentation Software: Is Performance on Pediatric Organs-at-Risk Accurate?

Authors: Gregory T. Armstrong, James E. Bates, Lei Dong, Ralph Ermoian, Jie Fu, Christine Hill-Kayser, Rebecca M. Howell, Sharareh Koufigar, John T. Lucas, Thomas E. Merchant, Tucker J. Netherton, 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 and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study evaluates the adaptability and limitations of commercially available (MIM, RayStation) tools trained on predominately adult datasets (ages 20–60+ years) for delineating organs at r...

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 Discrete Proton Arcs Converted to Pencil Beam Scanning Plans for Glioma and Chordoma in Raystation with a Mevion s250i Hyperscan Proton Therapy System

Authors: Mark A. Newpower, Jill Taylor

Affiliation: University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: RayStation 2024A allows planners to optimize intensity modulated proton therapy (IMPT) plans using discrete arcs which can then be converted to traditional pencil beam scanning (PBS) beams fo...

Evaluating the Impact of Bladder Volume on Small Bowel Dose Constraints in Prostate Cancer Patients with Nodal Involvement: Assessing the Efficacy of a 'half-Full Bladder' Guideline

Authors: Neha Devi, Deon M. Dick

Affiliation: Jaeger Corporation

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the impact of bladder volume variation on small bowel dose in prostate cancer patients with nodal involvement and assess the efficacy of a 'half-full bladder' guideline for minimi...

Evaluating the Impact of Spot Spacing on Dosimetric Outcomes in Dynamic Arc Proton Therapy for Prostate SBRT

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

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: DynamicARC is a novel pencil beam scanning (PBS) proton therapy technique with the potential to provide more conformal dose distributions and reduce treatment time. This study investigates th...

Evaluation of Concomitant Imaging Dose in 4D-CBCT Guided Thoracic Radiotherapy

Authors: Yuchao Hu, Yajun Jia, Zhangmin Li, Yong Sang, Jianan Wu, Man Zhao

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital & Shenzhen Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Department of Radiation Oncology, Guangzhou Concord Cancer Hospital, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital & Shenzhen Hospital Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the imaging dose of 4D-CBCT in patients treated with thoracic radiotherapy.
Methods: A model of the Elekta XVI imaging system was created in TOPAS software. Percentage depth do...

Evaluation of Dosimetric Variations from Anatomical Changes in Head and Neck Cancer Patients Treated with Intensity Modulated Proton Therapy

Authors: Chia-Lung Chien, Wen C. Hsi, Romy Megahed, Kayla Schneider

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
The dosimetric variations induced by inter-fractional anatomical changes in intensity-modulated proton therapy could impact the clinic outcomes for head-and-neck (HN) cancer patients. This...

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 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...

Evaluation of an Offline Adaptive CBCT Planning Workflow for Halcyon with Hypersight

Authors: Michelle Alonso-Basanta, Joshua Bryer, Lei Dong, Barbara Garcia, Elissa Khoudary, Brandon M. Koger, Taoran Li, Michael Salerno, Karen Tang, Boon-Keng Kevin Teo

Affiliation: University of Pennsylvania

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The Varian HyperSight imaging solution features a workflow for planning on CBCT images (CBCTp). This study evaluates the feasibility of CBCTp images in the setting of an offline adaptive plan...

Evaluation on the Newest Automatic Isocenter Placement Function in ZAP-X Advanced TPS

Authors: Michael Evan Chaga, Timothy Chen, Darra M. Conti, Shabbar Danish, Jing Feng, Wenzheng Feng, Joseph Hanley, Tingyu Wang

Affiliation: Hackensack Meridian Health, Jersey Shore University Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: In August 2024, ZAP-X introduced automatic placement for isocenters in a DP-1010 upgrade for treatment planning. In this study, plans made by automatic placed isocenters are compared to those...

Explainable Hybrid CNN-LLM Model to Guide Treatment Planning of Cervical Cancer High Dose Rate Brachytherapy

Authors: Adnan Jafar, Xun Jia, Michael B. Roumeliotis

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: HDR brachytherapy (HDRBT) treatment planning is challenging due to the need for high-quality plans under time pressure, considering anatomy and applicator geometry. This study proposes an exp...

Feasibility Study of Group Sparse-Based Beam Angle Optimization for Multi-Field Carbon Ion Radiotherapy

Authors: Min Cheol Han, Hojin Kim, Jin Sung Kim, Hyejin Lee, Sac Lee, Yongdo Yun

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Carbon ion radiotherapy (CIRT) is characterized by high relative biological effectiveness (RBE), which must be integrated into the treatment planning process. This study aims to develop a nov...

Feasibility and Dosimetric Impact of Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy for Cervical Cancer Patients in Nepal: A Retrospective Analysis

Authors: Daniela Branco, John M Bryant, Surendra Bahadur Chand, Pratiksha Shahi, Joseph Weygand

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology and Applied Science, Dartmouth Health, B.P. Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital, , B.P Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital, University of California San Diego / California Protons, Department of Radiation Oncology, Moffitt Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Cervical cancer remains a significant health burden in Nepal, with 2169 new cases and 1313 deaths recorded in 2022. This study evaluates the feasibility of implementing step-and-shoot IMRT...

First Demonstration of Prostate Radiotherapy Plan Optimization on an IBM Quantum Computer

Authors: Keisuke Fujii, Masahiro Kitagawa, Arezoo Modiri, Yuichiro Nakano, Ken N. Okada, Robabeh Rahimi, Akira SaiToh, Amit Sawant, Satoyuki Tsukano, Baoshe Zhang

Affiliation: University of Maryland, University of Maryland in Baltimore, Department of Computer and Information Sciences, Sojo University, Center for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology, Osaka University, Maryland University Baltimore, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Maryland School of Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Fully personalized radiotherapy requires computational resources far exceeding those of conventional CPU/GPU systems. This study explores the use of quantum computing (QC) in radiotherapy pla...

Free-Breathing Spirometer-Gated Proton Pencil Beam Scanning Delivery Maintains Tumor Coverage with Improved Organ-at-Risk Sparing: A Motion Phantom Validation

Authors: Uriel Aura, Qing Chen, Arpit M. Chhabra, J Isabelle Choi, Chanda Guha, Meng Wei Ho, Sheng Huang, Minglei Kang, Stanislav Lazarev, Nancy Y Lee, Yang Lei, Haibo Lin, Hang Qi, Mahbubur Rahman, Charles B. Simone, Shouyi Wei, Irini Yacoub, Francis Yu, Anna Zhai, Ajay Zheng

Affiliation: DYN'R Medical System, New York Proton Center, Montefiore Medical Center and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Department of Radiation Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute&Hospital, Department of Human Oncology, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Managing tumor motion during pencil beam scanning proton therapy remains challenging. This study investigated the feasibility and dosimetric benefits of Free-Breathing Respiratory-Gated Deliv...

Free-Breathing VMAT and IMRT Versus Deep Inspiration Breath- Hold 3D-CRT Techniques for Left-Breast Cancer: A Practical Solution for Developing Countries

Authors: Md. Yousuf Ali, Parvin Akhter Banu, Ehteshamul Hoque, Qazi Mushtaq Hussain, Md Jobairul Islam, Md. Abdul Mannan, Sadia Afrin Sarah, Mostafa Aziz Sumon, Ahammad Al Mamun Sweet, AFM Kamal Uddin

Affiliation: Labaid Cancer Hospital & Superspeciality Centre

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Radiotherapy for left-sided breast cancer can induce cardiac injury. Deep Inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH) is a technique that minimizes cardiac exposure during treatment. This study compares d...

From Concept to Clinic: A Phase-Based Approach for Implementing Auto-Segmentation in Radiation Therapy

Authors: Elizabeth L. Covington, Robert T. Dess, Charles S. Mayo, Michelle L. Mierzwa, Dan Polan, Jennifer Shah, Claire Zhang

Affiliation: University of Michigan, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Michigan

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Auto-segmentation improves contour consistency and standardization in radiation therapy but may introduce variations from current practices, potentially impacting treatment outcomes and toxic...

From Supine to Upright: A Geometric Shift in Perspective

Authors: Ben Durkee, Renata Farrell, Carri K. Glide-Hurst, Colin Harari, Alex Singleton Kuo, Chase Ruff, Jordan M. Slagowski, Yuhao Yan

Affiliation: University of Wisconsin, Departments of Human Oncology and Medical Physics, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Department of Human Oncology, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Advances in upright CT and patient positioning system now enables high quality daily CT imaging and treatment delivery in the upright position, providing benefits including reduced internal m...

Functional Liver Image Guided Radiation Planning Using MRI with a Contrast Agent

Authors: Kenneth L. Homann, Natalie A Lockney, Hong Zhang

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The aim of this study is to develop a treatment planning methodology utilizing liver functional imaging via contrast-enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in patients undergoing stereotac...

Generalizable 7T T1 Map Synthesis from 1.5T and 3T T1W MRI for High-Resolution MRI-Guided Radiation Therapy

Authors: Zachary Buchwald, Chih-Wei Chang, Zach Eidex, Hui Mao, Richard L.J. Qiu, Justin R. Roper, Mojtaba Safari, Hui-Kuo Shu, Xiaofeng Yang, David Yu

Affiliation: Emory University and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, Department of Radiation Oncology and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, Emory University School of Medicine

Abstract Preview: Purpose: MRI-guided radiation therapy (MRgRT) benefits significantly from enhanced soft-tissue contrast and spatial resolution, which aid in accurately delineating tumors and organs at risk. Although ...

Gpt-Radplan: An Eclipse TPS Plugin for Automated Treatment Planning Based on Large Language Models

Authors: Peng Dong, Elizabeth Kidd, Sheng Liu, Thomas R. Niedermayr, Oscar Pastor-Serrano, Lei Xing, Yong Yang, James Zou

Affiliation: Department of Biomedical Data Science, Stanford University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, Stanford University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Radiotherapy treatment planning is a time-consuming and potentially subjective process that requires iterative adjustments of optimization parameters to balance conflicting objectives. In thi...

Head and Neck Treatment Evaluation with Cone Beam Computed Tomotherapy

Authors: Varsha Jain, Jun Kang, Paul Sulivan, Kate E. Verma, Yevgeniy Vinogradskiy

Affiliation: Thomas Jefferson University

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Patients undergoing treatment for head and neck(H&N) cancers experience significant body contour changes throughout treatment. Body contour changes are due to tumor shrinkage, weight loss,...

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...

Hypersight-Archer Study: Improved Target Coverage and Organ-at-Risk Sparing Via Adaptive Radiotherapy of Head and Neck Cancer Using Direct-Dose Calculation on Cone Beam CT

Authors: Cheryl Anderson, Lara Best, Amanda Cherpak, Jennifer DeGiobbi, Marc C. LeBlanc, R. Lee MacDonald, Peter R. Martin, Natasha McMaster, Murali Rajaraman, James L. Robar, Lucy Ward, Derek Wilke, Kenny Zhan

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, QE2 Cancer Centre, Nova Scotia Health

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This work investigates the potential benefit of adaptive planning using the Ethos radiotherapy system (Varian Medical Systems) with direct-dose calculation on HyperSight cone beam CT (CBCT) f...

HypersightÂź Offline Adaptive Workflow

Authors: Doris Dimitriadis/Dimitriadou, Denisa R. Goia, M. Saiful Huq, Ronald John Lalonde, Noor Mail, Adam Olson, Tyler Wilhite

Affiliation: UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center and University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, UPMC

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The goal of the HyperSightÂź offline adaptive-workflow is to create a methodical approach to adaptive-radiotherapy (ART) that considers modifications in patient setup and anatomy. Through effi...

Impac of Respiratory Motion on Dosimetric and Biological Outcomes in Lung Cancer SIB-SBRT: A 4D Dose Calculation Approach

Authors: Xiangli Cui, Lingling Liu

Affiliation: Institute of Health and Medical Technology, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hefei, Hefei Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Sciences

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Respiratory motion introduces substantial dose uncertainties in lung cancer radiotherapy, particularly affecting dose distribution in Simultaneous Integrated Boost-Stereotactic Body Radiot...

Impact of Arc Number Variation on VMAT Lattice Radiotherapy Plans

Authors: Minbin Chen, Gang Liu, Manju Liu, Weiwei Sang, Pulin Sun, Mingyuan Ye, Fang-Fang Yin, Lihua Zhang, Haiming Zhu

Affiliation: Jiahui International Hospital, Radiation Oncology, Cancer Center, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Medical Physics Graduate Program, Duke Kunshan University, Duke Kunshan University, The First People's Hospital of Kunshan

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aims to evaluate the effects of varying the number of arcs on treatment plans created using Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) for Lattice radiotherapy (LRT).
Methods: Thre...

Impact of Patient Setup Errors on the MR Linac-Based SBRT Treatment for Prostate Cancer

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

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: In radiation therapy, patient setup errors have been a primary concern impacting dose delivery accuracy. A robust treatment plan is essential to mitigate these errors. This study aimed to eva...

Impact of Physics Modeling on Monte Carlo Normal Tissue Dose Reconstructions for Passive Scattering Proton Therapy Patients

Authors: Caroline Esposito, Keith T Griffin, Jae Won Jung, Choonik Lee, Choonsik Lee, Matthew Mille, Harald Paganetti, Sergio Morato Rafet, Jan PO Schuemann, Jungwook Shin, Torunn I Yock

Affiliation: East Carolina University, University of Michigan, Massachusetts General Hospital, National Cancer Institute, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The National Cancer Institute’s Pediatric Proton and Photon Therapy Comparison Cohort aims to collect and analyze data from cancer centers across the United States and Canada to quantify diff...

Impact of Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Image Characteristics on Biology-Guided Radiotherapy (BgRT) Treatment Accuracy

Authors: Angela J Da Silva, Andrew Groll, Manoj Narayanan, Jeffrey Schmall, Sanchit Sharma, Timothy Pok Chi Yeung

Affiliation: Reflexion Medical Inc,, RefleXion Medical

Abstract Preview: Purpose: PET-based biology-guided radiotherapy (BgRT) is a radiation therapy technique that uses PET imaging to deliver tracked dose to the tumor in real-time. We characterized the delivery accuracy o...

Impact of Proton Beam Arrangements on LETd and RBE in Organs at Risk for Nasopharyngeal Cancer

Authors: Mauricio Acosta, Zachary Fellows, Alonso N. Gutierrez, Noah S. Kalman, Kristen A. McConnell, Rob Rohe, Andrew J. Wroe, Sreenija A Yarlagadda

Affiliation: Miami Cancer Institute, Baptist Health South Florida

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Beam selection is crucial in proton therapy to ensure optimal physical and biological dose conformity to the target while maximizing sparing of normal tissue. This work investigates the im...

Improve the Risk Prediction of Radiation-Induced Esophagitis in Lung IMRT By an Anisotropic Dose Convolution Neural Network

Authors: Ibtisam Almajnooni, Elisabeth Weiss, Lulin Yuan

Affiliation: Virginia Commonwealth University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: We developed a deep learning neural network (DLNN) to predict the risk of radiation-induced esophagitis (RE) during lung cancer radiation therapy based on the spatial dose distribution, for t...

Improvements of Lateral Penumbra at Various Depth Regions in Scanned Proton Treatment System with a Multi-Leaf Collimator: Dose Verifications and Plan Comparisons

Authors: Takahiro Kato, Teiji Nishio, Masataka Oita, Robabeh Rahimi, Yuki Tominaga, Yushi Wakisaka

Affiliation: University of Maryland, Department of Radiological Sciences, School of Health Sciences, Fukushima Medical University, Medical Co. Hakuhokai, Osaka Proton Therapy Clinic, Medical Physics Laboratory, Division of Health Science, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Faculty of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study evaluated dose verifications and lateral penumbra improvements for scanned proton therapy plans with and without a multi-leaf collimator (MLC) under various air gaps.
Methods: E...

Improving Head and Neck Radiotherapy Accuracy through Real-Time Volumetric Imaging Using a Kalman Filter Approach

Authors: Youssef Ben Bouchta, Chen Cheng, Owen Thomas Dillon, Mark Gardner, Paul J. Keall, Purnima Sundaresan

Affiliation: Radiation Oncology Network, Western Sydney Local Health District, Image X Institute, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney

Abstract Preview: Purpose: There are three clinical motivations for real time IGRT in head and neck cancer radiation therapy: (1)50% of patients experience anxiety from the patient mask (2)patient motion still occurs d...

Influence of the α/ß Ratio on Dose Constraints in Radiotherapy of Prostate Cancer

Authors: Marwa Y. Abdel Tawwab, Amin E Amin, Abdullah M. ElSharif, Somaia Metwally Elsayed, Magdy M. Khalil

Affiliation: School of Applied Health Science, Badr University in Cairo (BUC), Cairo, Egypt, Medical Physics, Radiation Oncology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Medical Biophysics, Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Helwan University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Prostate cancer radiotherapy typically employs conventional fractionation schedules over approximately eight weeks. This study investigates the effect of variations in the α/ÎČ ratio on dose c...

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...

Insights into Deep Learning Auto-Segmentation for Abdominal Organs in MR-Guided Adaptive Radiation Therapy: A Single-Institution CT-MR Comparison

Authors: Asma Amjad, Renae Conlin, Eric S. Paulson, Christina M. Sarosiek

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Medical College of Wisconsin

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
MR-guided adaptive radiation therapy (MRgART) is transforming clinical workflows, requiring fast, accurate organs-at-risk (OARs) contouring. While deep learning auto-segmentation (DLAS) of...

Integrating Clinical Knowledge Via Llms for Precise Organ-at-Risk Segmentation in Pancreatic Cancer SBRT

Authors: Karyn A Goodman, Yang Lei, Tian Liu, Pretesh Patel, Jing Wang, Kaida Yang, Jiahan Zhang

Affiliation: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Department of Radiation Oncology and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aims to improve organ-at-risk (OAR) segmentation in pancreatic cancer stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) by integrating clinical guidelines into deep learning workflows. We use ...

Integrating Knowledge-Based Planning with Ethos 2.0 for High-Quality Online Adaptive Lung SABR

Authors: Shahed Badiyan, Chien-Yi Liao, Mu-Han Lin, Dan Nguyen, Justin D. Visak, Hui Ju Wang, Brien Timothy Washington, Kenneth Westover, Yuanyuan Zhang

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Knowledge-based planning (KBP) plays a crucial role in improving treatment plans by leveraging previous clinical data to guide new cases. KBP is applied to the Ethos 2.0 Intelligent Optimizat...

Integration of Dosimetric Scorecard Analysis into Knowledge-Based Planning Improves Model Performance for VMAT Post-Mastectomy Radiation Therapy

Authors: Ryan Clark, Jon Cornelisse, Kenny Guida, Anthony Magliari, Lesley Rosa, Megan Smith, Shane R Stecklein

Affiliation: Office of Medical Affairs, Varian, A Siemens Healthineers Company, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Kansas Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Post-mastectomy radiation therapy (PMRT) can pose a challenge for planners of all levels of experience. For cases where 3D conformal therapy yields undesirable results (i.e., dose heterogenei...

Inter-Patient Registration Methods for Voxel-Based Analysis in Lung Cancer

Authors: Chloe Min Seo Choi, Joseph O. Deasy, Jue Jiang, Sudharsan Madhavan, Nikhil Mankuzhy, Nishant Nadkarni, Andreas Rimner, Maria Thor, Harini Veeraraghavan, Abraham Wu

Affiliation: University of Freibrug, Department of Medical Physics, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Voxel-based analysis (VBA) requires accurate topology-preserving inter-patient deformable image registration (DIR). This study assessed whether guiding a DIR method with geometric priors of t...

Introducing an Equieffective 3D Dose Visualization Tool for Reirradiation Special Medical Physics Consults

Authors: James Irrer, Charles K. Matrosic, Martha M. Matuszak, Charles S. Mayo, Kelly C. Paradis, Joann I. Prisciandaro, Benjamin S. Rosen, John Yao, Claire Zhang

Affiliation: University of Michigan, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Michigan

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To introduce an in-house developed tool, BioDoseUI, designed to calculate and visualize 3D equieffective dose (EQD2Gy) for treatment planning systems (TPS) without such capabilities, to facil...

Investigating Pitch Factor on Plan Quality in Patients Treated with Hippocampal Avoidance Whole Brain Radiotherapy Using Volo Ultra-Optimized Helical Tomotherapy Plans

Authors: Awens Alphonse, Nebi Demez, Noufal Manthala Padannayil, Shyam Pokharel, Suresh Rana, Lauren A. Rigsby, Gagandeep Saini, Nishan Shrestha, Somol Sunny

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study examined the impact of varying the pitch factor in hippocampal-avoidance whole-brain (HP-WB) radiotherapy treatments, utilizing the newly introduced VOLO Ultra optimization for Hel...

Investigating the Dosimetric Impact of Margin Reduction for Head and Neck Sequential Boost Treatments with Online Adaptive Radiotherapy

Authors: Jimmy Caudell, Eduardo G. Moros, Nour Nasser, Gage H. Redler, George Yang

Affiliation: Moffitt Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Dosimetric evaluation of PTV margin reduction for Head and Neck(H&N) sequential boost plans using the Ethos online adaptive radiotherapy(oART) system to investigate the tradeoff in decreased ...

Investigation and Machine-Learning Modeling of Dosimetric Discrepancies in Eclipse-Calculated Head and Neck Treatment Plans

Authors: Andres Portocarrero Bonifaz, Ian Schreiber

Affiliation: CARTI Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To explore how calculation grid resolution, along with other planning factors, affects head and neck dose calculation accuracy and contributes to potential discrepancies in the Eclipse Treatm...

Investigation into the Robustness of Spine Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy Plans to Patient Setup Errors

Authors: Yukio Fujita, Syoma Ide, Fumiki Ito, Kei Ito, Satoshi Kito, Keiko Murofushi, Yujiro Nakajima, Yuhi Suda, Kentaro Taguchi, Naoki Tohyama, Fumiya Tsurumaki, Riku Watanabe

Affiliation: Komazawa University Graduate School, Komazawa University, Tokyo Metropolitan Cancer and Infectious Diseases Center Komagome Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Spine stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) demands high precision due to the target's proximity to the spinal cord and steep dose gradients, which complicate treatment planning. Consequently...

Investigation of the Impact of Dlg Changes on Plan Quality and Patient Specific QA

Authors: Nicole C. Detorie, Steven M. Kirsner, Remy Y. Manigold

Affiliation: Scripps Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Dosimetric Leaf Gap (DLG) is an important factor in obtaining the proper beam model in the Eclipse treatment planning system. The purpose of this study was to investigate the dosimetric im...

Investigations on Intensity-Modulated Proton Therapy Robust-Optimization Strategies and Their Dosimetric Effects on Head and Neck Cancers

Authors: Shen Fu, Zhangmin LI, Zuofeng LI, Yuanshui Zheng

Affiliation: GuangZhou Concord Cancer Center, Guangzhou Concord Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To investigate the influence of different robustness optimization strategies and parameters in proton therapy plans for head and neck tumors on target coverage and OAR (organ at risk) sparing...

Knowledge-Based Planning for Chest Wall with Lymph Nodes Irradiation VMAT

Authors: Nesrin Dogan, Panagiota Galanakou, Robert Kaderka

Affiliation: University of Miami, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To develop knowledge-based treatment planning (KBP) for volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) in chest wall treatments with regional nodal involvement. Given the challenges posed due to ...

Knowledge-Based Three-Dimensional Dose Prediction for High Dose Rate Prostate Brachytherapy

Authors: Mojtaba Behzadipour, Suman Gautam, Tianjun Ma, Ikchit Singh Sangha, Bongyong Song, William Song, Kumari Sunidhi

Affiliation: UC San Diego, Virginia Commonwealth University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aims to develop a knowledge-based voxel-wise dose prediction system using a convolutional neural network (CNN) for high-dose-rate (HDR) prostate brachytherapy and to evaluate its p...

Large Language Model Agents for Automated Radiotherapy Planning: A Knowledge-Enhanced Reinforcement Learning Approach

Authors: Hassan Bagher-Ebadian, Anthony J. Doemer, Ryan Hall, Joshua P. Kim, Bing Luo, Benjamin Movsas, Humza Nusrat, Kundan S Thind

Affiliation: Department of Physics, Toronto Metropolitan University, Henry Ford Health

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study investigates the development and feasibility of local LLM-based agents to automate radiotherapy treatment planning, aiming to improve planning efficiency and consistency, while pre...

Large Language Model-Driven Agentic System for Collaborative Decision-Making in Radiotherapy Treatment Planning

Authors: Yang Sheng, Qingrong Jackie Wu, Qiuwen Wu, Xin Wu, Dongrong Yang

Affiliation: Duke University Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
This study aims to leverage large language model (LLMs) to develop a human-in-the-loop agentic framework, enhancing the efficiency of treatment planning in radiotherapy.
Methods:
A L...

Leveraging Hybrid Quantum Solvers for Eye Plaque Brachytherapy Treatment Planning Optimization

Authors: Xianjin Dai, PhD, Wu Liu, Eric Nguyen, Lei Xing, Lewei Zhao

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Recent developments in hybrid quantum solvers, which combine quantum and classical processing, enable greater flexibility to tackle problems outside the limited scope of pure quantum computin...

Lu-PSMA-Dose, a French Retrospective Multicentric Dosimetry Study of 177Lu-PSMA Treatments for Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer

Authors: NadÚge Anizan, Jean-Noël Badel, Thomas Baudier, David Broggio, Désirée Deandreis, Ludovic Ferrer, Didier Franck, Camilo Garcia, Jean Gasteuil, Anne-Laure Giraudet, Olivier Humbert, Laetitia Imbert, Malick Koulibaly, Stéphanie Lamart, Sébastien Leygnac, Alexandre Pignard, Caroline Rousseau, Guido Rovera, David Sarrut, Paul Schwartz, Nicolas Varmenot

Affiliation: Institut de CancĂ©rologie de l’Ouest, Service de MĂ©decine NuclĂ©aire, Gustave Roussy, Service de Physique MĂ©dicale, Institut BergoniĂ©, Service de Physique MĂ©dicale, CHRU de Nancy Brabois, Service de MĂ©decine NuclĂ©aire, Centre de lutte contre le cancer LĂ©on BĂ©rard, UniversitĂ© de Lyon, Centre Antoine Lacassagne, Service de MĂ©decine NuclĂ©aire, UniversitĂ© Nice CĂŽte d’Azur, Centre Antoine Lacassagne, Service de MĂ©decine NuclĂ©aire, Gustave Roussy, Service de MĂ©decine NuclĂ©aire, Institut de CancĂ©rologie de l’Ouest, Service de Physique MĂ©dicale, Service de MĂ©decine NuclĂ©aire, AutoritĂ© de SĂ»retĂ© NuclĂ©aire et de Radioprotection (ASNR), PSE-SANTE/SDOS/LEDI, AutoritĂ© de SĂ»retĂ© NuclĂ©aire et de Radioprotection (ASNR), PSE-SANTE/SDOS, CREATIS CNRS UMR 5220; INSERM U 1044; UniversitĂ© de Lyon; INSA‑Lyon, CREATIS CNRS UMR 5220; INSERM U 1044; UniversitĂ© de Lyon; INSA‑Lyon; Centre de lutte contre le cancer LĂ©on BĂ©rard, Institut BergoniĂ©, Service de MĂ©decine NuclĂ©aire

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The main objective of the Lu-PSMA-Dose study, sponsored by ASNR, is to estimate retrospectively the individual absorbed dose delivered to patients treated with 177Lu-PSMA for metastatic castr...

MC-Dolce: Monte Carlo-Based System for Dose and Linear Energy Transfer Calculations Engine for Carbon-Ion Radiotherapy

Authors: Min Cheol Han, Jin Sung Kim, Seok Ho Lee, Gahee Son, Yongdo Yun

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study aims to develop the MC-DOLCE, a Monte Carlo (MC)-based system capable of calculating physical and biological dose distributions, as well as linear energy transfer (LET) distributio...

Maximizing Integrated Treatment Planning Tools to Increase Automation for X-Ray-Based Adaptive Lung Sabr

Authors: Shahed Badiyan, Chien-Yi Liao, Mu-Han Lin, David D.M. Parsons, Justin D. Visak, Brien Timothy Washington, Kenneth Westover, Yuanyuan Zhang

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, UT Southwestern Medical Center, 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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Adaptive radiotherapy (ART) programs are resource-intensive due to their technical complexities, requiring highly skilled planners. Leveraging integrated automated treatment planning system (...

Maximum Conformity IMPT Planning with the Dynamic Collimation System

Authors: Wesley S. Culberson, Albert Du, Ryan T. Flynn, Alonso N. Gutierrez, Patrick M Hill, Daniel E. Hyer, Kaustubh A. Patwardhan, Blake R. Smith, Nhan Vu, Karsten K. Wake

Affiliation: University of Wisconsin, Department of Medical Physics, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin - Madison, Miami Cancer Institute, Baptist Health South Florida, Department of Human Oncology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Iowa, Iowa Health Care

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To perform end-to-end treatment planning and delivery verification of energy-specific collimated treatments optimized to achieve the maximum obtainable high-dose conformity using the dynam...

Multi-Institutional Analysis of CT Dose Index Variability and Radiomics Features

Authors: Caroline Chung, Michael Knopp, Stephen F. Kry, Hunter S. Mehrens, John Rong

Affiliation: The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, University of Cincinnati

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To evaluate the variability of CT dose index (CTDIvol) and radiomics features across a large cohort of radiotherapy simulation CT scans from multiple institutions.
Methods: Three IROC phan...

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-Scale, Multi-Task Framework with Jacobian Descent for Multi-Plan Dose Prediction in Sequential Boost Radiotherapy

Authors: Steve B. Jiang, Mu-Han Lin, Yu-Chen Lin, Austen Matthew Maniscalco, Dan Nguyen, David Sher, Xinran Zhong

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Sequential boost radiotherapy (RT) poses a challenge in allocating dose across multiple plans while protecting organs at risk (OARs). Clinicians must decide whether OAR sparing should occu...

Multi-Variat, Multi-Model, and Multi-Patient: From Pure Feasibility to Generalizability in Machine Learning Outcome Prediction Model-Based Treatment Plan Optimization

Authors: Martin Frank, Oliver JĂ€kel, Niklas Wahl

Affiliation: Department of Medical Physics in Radiation Oncology, German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Machine learning (ML) models on normal tissue complication and tumor control probability ((N)TCP) exploiting e.g. dosiomic and radiomic features are playing an increasingly important role in ...

Multi-Vendor Validation of a Deep Learning-Based Synthetic CT Generation Model for MR-Only Radiotherapy Planning in the Pelvis

Authors: Gregory Bolard, Rabten Datsang, Sarah Ghandour, Timo Kiljunen, Pauliina Paavilainen, Sami Suilamo, Katlin Tiigi

Affiliation: Turku University Hospital, Virginia Commonwealth University, MVision AI, North Estonia Medical Centre, Docrates Cancer Center, Hopital Riviera-Chablais

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To verify the performance of a vendor-neutral deep learning model for synthetic CT generation from T2-weighted and balanced steady-state MR sequences to support both MR-only simulation and MR...

Multimodal Framework for Predicting Radiation-Induced Severe Acute Esophagitis in Esophageal Cancer

Authors: Yeona Cho, Chloe Min Seo Choi, Joseph O. Deasy, Jue Jiang, Jihun Kim, Jin Sung Kim, Nikhil Mankuzhy, Aneesh Rangnekar, Andreas Rimner, Maria Thor, Harini Veeraraghavan, Abraham Wu

Affiliation: University of Freibrug, Department of Medical Physics, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Department of Radiation Oncology, Yonsei Cancer Center, Heavy Ion Therapy Research Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Yonsei University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: We hypothesized that combining clinical, imaging, and radiotherapy dose-distribution features could increase predictive model accuracy in radiation-induced severe acute esophagitis (SAE) in e...

Neural Network Based Differentiable Optimization for Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)

Authors: Peng Dong, Lei Xing

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) optimization is a complex, non-convex problem with numerous variables and intricate constraints. Traditional optimization methods often lack efficiency...

Novel Use of 3D Printing for Pre-Operative Dose Estimation in the First Case of Gammatile Spine Implantation

Authors: Ali Al Asadi, Amanda Lynn DiCarlo, Anthony J. Doemer, Jessie Y. Huang, Ian Y Lee, Alexandra Moceri, Adam Robin, Lisa Scarpace, Mira Shah, Salim Siddiqui, Kundan S Thind

Affiliation: Henry Ford Innovations, Henry Ford Health

Abstract Preview: Purpose: For a patient who had two previous courses of external beam therapy for rectosigmoid adenocarcinoma and presented with painful, recurrent disease in the sacrum, this study describes the first...

Optimized Dosimetric Planning for Trigeminal Neuralgia Using Cyberknife S7 Precision TPS with Volo Optimizer

Authors: Amy Fitzpatrick, Kim Howard, Julius G. Ojwang, Neelu Soni

Affiliation: Mercy Hospital Springfield

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study evaluates the dosimetric advantages and workflow improvements of the CyberKnife S7 Precision Treatment Planning System (TPS) with the VOLO optimizer for stereotactic radiosurgery (...

Organ Dose Estimation from Successive CBCT Imaging for Patients Undergoing Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer

Authors: Panagiotis Iliopoulos, Marios Myronakis, Kyriaki Theodorou

Affiliation: Medical Physics Department, Medical School, University of Thessaly

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To estimate individualized absorbed dose at Organs at Risk (OARs) from kV Cone Beam CT (CBCT) imaging in the pelvic area, prior radiotherapy, and assess excess risk for secondary malignancies...

Patient Dosimetry in Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy: A New Course for Medical Physics Students

Authors: Wesley E. Bolch, Robert Joseph Dawson, Wyatt Smither

Affiliation: University of Florida

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To design a novel course that reinforces key medical physics concepts through a series of practicum sessions, where students learn and apply the Monte Carlo radiation transport code, PHITS, c...

Patient-Specific Deep Reinforcement Learning Framework for Automatic Replanning in Proton Therapy for Head-and-Neck Cancer

Authors: Malvern Madondo, Mark McDonald, Zhen Tian, Christopher Valdes, Ralph Weichselbaum, Xiaofeng Yang, David Yu, Jun Zhou

Affiliation: Department of Radiation & Cellular Oncology, University of Chicago, University of Chicago, Emory University, Department of Radiology, University of Chicago, Department of Radiation Oncology and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Head-and-neck (HN) cancer patients often experience significant anatomical changes during treatment course. Proton therapy, particularly intensity-modulated proton therapy (IMPT), is sensitiv...

Personalized Anisotropic Margin Strategy for Cervical Cancer Online Adaptive Radiation Therapy

Authors: Jian Chen, Qiufen Guo, Aihua Li, Jing Liu, Junjie MA, Qian WU, Haonan Xiao, Peng Xie, Xiaohui Yan, Yong Yin, Zhe Zhang

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Department of Radiation Oncology and Physics, Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute, Shandong First Medical University and Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, Department of Radiation Oncology Physics and Technology, Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute, Shandong First Medical University and Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, Department of Radiation Oncology, Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute, Shandong First Medical University and Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Liao Cheng People’s Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Online Adaptive radiation therapy (ART) has been an effective technique to manage patient’s inter-fractional anatomical changes and therefore reduces planning target volume (PTV). However, on...

Personalized Dosimetric Workflow for 177Lu-PSMA Treatments Considering the Cross-Irradiation from Bone Metastases to Red Bone Marrow

Authors: NadÚge Anizan, David Broggio, Désirée Deandreis, Didier Franck, Camilo Garcia, Stéphanie Lamart, Sébastien Leygnac, Alexandre Pignard

Affiliation: Gustave Roussy, Service de Physique Médicale, Institut Bergonié, Service de Physique Médicale, Gustave Roussy, Service de Médecine Nucléaire, Autorité de Sûreté Nucléaire et de Radioprotection (ASNR), PSE-SANTE/SDOS/LEDI, Autorité de Sûreté Nucléaire et de Radioprotection (ASNR), PSE-SANTE/SDOS

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This work aimed at developing an innovative workflow for 177Lu-PSMA personalized dosimetry to lesions and organs at risk (OAR) simultaneously, considering the cross-irradiation from bone meta...

Personalized and Automated Head & Neck Radiotherapy Planning with AI-Guided Optimization

Authors: Michael Bowers, Patrik Brodin, Madhur Garg, Rafi Kabarriti, William P. Martin, Todd R. McNutt, Julie Shade, Wolfgang A. Tomé, Christian Velten

Affiliation: Johns Hopkins University, Oncospace, Inc., Montefiore Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Development of an automated planning tool utilizing AI generated patient-specific dose-volume histogram predictions for rapid H&N plan generation.
Methods: Planning best-practices were dev...

Pipeline for Characterizing (Dosimetric) Impact of Respiratory Motion on Cardiac SBRT

Authors: Sarah Aubert, Leigh Conroy, Tony Tadic

Affiliation: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Cardiac radioablation is an emerging non-invasive treatment option for patients with refractory or life-threatening ventricular tachycardia (VT), however it is difficult to deliver highly con...

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...

Predictive Quality of Differing Body Size Measurands for Radiation Risk Estimation in CT Imaging: A Virtual Trial Study

Authors: Njood Alsaihati, Francesco Ria, Ehsan Samei, Justin B. Solomon, Martina Talarico, Jered Wells

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Radiation dose and associated risk in X-ray imaging is principally informed by patient size, further used in Computed Tomography (CT) to achieve prescribed image quality levels through tube c...

Preliminary Clinical Experience with MRI-Guided Online Adaptive Radiotherapy for Esophageal Cancer Patients

Authors: Ali Hosni, Oleksii Semeniuk, Andrea Shessel, Teo Stanescu

Affiliation: Princess Margaret Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Brown University Health

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To report on early clinical experience with a two-phase radiotherapy approach for esophageal cancer patients, utilizing CBCT-based conventional C-arm linear accelerator radiotherapy and MR-gu...

Preplanning Physics Consultation with Voxelized EQD2: A Proactive Approach for Streamlined Dose Management in High-Risk Re-Irradiation Patients

Authors: Katja M. Langen, Mark McDonald, Bill Stokes, Yinan Wang, Suk Whan (Paul) Yoon

Affiliation: Emory University, Department of Radiation Oncology and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Effective dose management in high-risk re-irradiation (ReRT) patients entails early, detailed special physics consultation (SPC) to mitigate risks from cumulative radiation dose. SPCs have tr...

Proposed Method for Optimization of Lattice Radiation Therapy Using an Advanced Ring Gantry Linac

Authors: Eduardo Florian, Osmar Obdulio Hernandez, Otto Hurtarte, Milton Ixquiac, Erick Orlando Montenegro, Franky Eduardo Reyes, Edgar Aparicio Ruiz, Kevin Vega, Vicky de Falla

Affiliation: Liga Nacional Contra el Cancer, Liga Nacional Contra el Cancer/INCAN, Liga Nacional Contra el Cancer / INCAN, Liga Nacional Contra el Cancer and Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala, Liga Nacional Contra el CĂĄncer / INCAN

Abstract Preview: Introduccion:
Lattice Radiation Therapy (LRT) is a form of spatially fractionated radiation therapy (SFRT) designed to improve control of large tumors by delivering ablative doses while minimizing ...

Prostate Dosimetric Comparison between Cyberknife and Radixact Modalities Using Precision and Raystation Planning Systems

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

Affiliation: Clinique De Genolier

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The Accuray Synchrony real-time motion fiducial tracking solution allows for prostate stereotactic treatment on both Cyberknife and Radixact machines. In our radiotherapy department, two solu...

Proton Therapy Treatment Planning for Thoracic Cancer: A Comparative Analysis of Single and Multi-Field Plans

Authors: Gueorgui Gueorguiev, Kavya Thaniyarasu

Affiliation: University of Bologna, National Centre of Radiobiology and Radiation Protection

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study investigates the clinical viability of double scattering proton therapy treatment planning for thoracic malignancies using single or multiple treatment fields. The aim of this stud...

Proton Vs Photon Therapy for Stereotactic Arrhythmia Radioablation of Ventricular Tachycardia

Authors: Chih-Wei Chang, Kristin A Higgins, Xiaojun Jiang, Pretesh Patel, Justin R. Roper, Keyur Shah, Sibo Tian, Zhen Tian, Yinan Wang, Xiaofeng Yang, Jun Zhou

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, City of Hope Cancer Center Atlanta, Emory University, University of Chicago, Department of Radiation Oncology and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Ventricular tachycardia (VT) is a life-threatening arrhythmia commonly treated with catheter ablation; however, some cases remain refractory to conventional treatment. Stereotactic arrhythmia...

Quantifying Respiratory Motion Effects in Lung Cancer Radiotherapy Using 4DCT Voxel Analysis

Authors: Chih-Chiang Chang, Chingyun Cheng, Ben Durkee, Minglei Kang, Elissa Khoudary, Yangguang Ma, Xuanqin Mou, YuFei Wang, Tengda Zhang, Wang Zhengda

Affiliation: Department of Human Oncology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Radiation Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, School of Software Engineering, Xi’an Jiaotong University, School of information and communications engineering, Faculty of electronic and information engineering, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Department of Medical Physics, Columbia University, University of Pennsylvania, Department of Human Oncology, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Abstract Preview: Purpose: This study presents a voxel-based analysis method based on deformable image registration to accurately quantify respiratory-induced motion and deformation of both targets and organs at risk (...

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...

Quantifying the Impact of Tissue Inhomogeneities on Calculated Dosimetry within LDR Brachytherapy

Authors: Fatemeh Akbari, Deidre Batchelar, Luc Beaulieu, Nathan E. Becker, Juanita Crook, Dakota Mckeown, Matthew Jonathan Muscat, Rowan M. Thomson

Affiliation: Département de physique, de génie physique et d'optique, Université Laval, BC Cancer Agency, UBC, Carleton University, BC Cancer - Kelowna, BC Cancer

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To study the effects of inter-seed attenuation and tissue inhomogeneities on dose-volume metrics of critical structures in prostate low-dose-rate (LDR) permanent seed implant brachytherapy...

Radiobiological Calculations of Daily Doses Using Pseudo CT (pCT)

Authors: Chloe DiTusa, Panayiotis Mavroidis, Christopher W. Schneider, Sotirios Stathakis

Affiliation: Louisiana State University, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, University of North Carolina

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To calculate radiobiological metrics of daily dose delivered for head and neck (HN) patients using the daily cone beam CT (CBCT) to generate a pseudo CT (pCT). Moreover, this work compares...

Radiobiological Modeling of Tumor Control and Normal Tissue Response Following Mlc-Based Sfrt to Extensive Breast and Chest Wall Tumors

Authors: Ramesh Boggula, Yash Somnay, Hualin Zhang

Affiliation: Radiation Oncology, Keck School of Medicine of USC, Wayne State University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Spatially fractionated radiation therapy (SFRT) allows delivery of therapeutic doses to bulky tumors otherwise limited by dose-volume effects that threaten organ-at-risk tolerances. For negle...

Ratoguide: Evaluation of AI-Driven Fully Automated Treatment Planning Support System for Lung SBRT

Authors: Keiichi Jingu, Noriyuki Kadoya, Takafumi Komiyama, Takeru Nakajima, Hikaru Nemoto, Hiroshi Onishi, Masahide Saito, Ryota Tozuka

Affiliation: Department of Radiology, University of Yamanashi, Department of Radiation Oncology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, Department of Advanced Biomedical Imaging, University of Yamanashi

Abstract Preview: Purpose: We evaluated the accuracy of a new AI-based fully automated planning software in stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) for early-stage lung cancer.
Methods: We collected data from 125 pati...

Real-Time Fully Automated IMRT Planning without Optimization Process Using a Two-Step AI Framework

Authors: Daisuke Kawahara, Takaaki Matsuura, Yuji Murakami, Ryunosuke Yanagida

Affiliation: Hiroshima High-Precision Radiotherapy Cancer Center, Department of Radiation Oncology, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Department of Radiation Oncology, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima

Abstract Preview: Purpose: In recent years, automation in radiation therapy planning using AI has gained significant attention to reduce the workload of treatment planners. Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART), as a new fo...

Rectangular Aperture-Based Beam Orientation Optimization for 4π Non-Coplanar Small Animal IMRT Delivery

Authors: Dante PI Capaldi, Lu Jiang, Qihui Lyu, Ke Sheng

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Preclinical small animal studies help understand radiation-induced biological responses, toxicities, and mechanisms, facilitating the translation of new therapies to patient treatment. Int...

Reducing Variable Rbe in Oars for HN, Breast, and Prostate Proton Therapy Using a Scripted Spot-Delete Technique

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

Affiliation: Thompson Proton Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Linear energy transfer (LET) and variable relative biological effectiveness (RBE) evaluation are important steps in the future of proton therapy, moving beyond RBE=1.1 for all treatment plann...

Reinforcement Learning Based Machine Parameter Optimization for Two-Arc Prostate VMAT Planning

Authors: William T. Hrinivich, Junghoon Lee, Lina Mekki

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, Johns Hopkins University, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Johns Hopkins University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) planning is a computationally expensive process. In this work, we propose a reinforcement learning (RL) framework to automatically optimize dose rate a...

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...

Retrospective Study Using Avi Planner for Head and Neck Cancer Cases: Our Experience at Nsia-Luth Cancer Center, South - West Nigeria

Authors: Adebayo Abe, Samuel Olaolu Adeneye, Eben Aje, Bidemi I. Akinlade, Inioluwa Damilola Ariyo, Lilian Ekpo, Muhammad Habeebu, Adedayo O. Joseph, Charles S. Mayo, Noah Ndianaobong, Ikechi S Ozoemelam, Margaret Dideolu Taiwo, Godwin Uwagba

Affiliation: University of Michigan, University of Ibadan, University of Lagos, Missouri University of Science and Technology, NSIA-LUTH Cancer Center, University of Lagos, NSIA-LUTH Cancer Centre, NSIA-LUTH Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Head and neck cancers (HNC) present significant challenges in radiotherapy due to complex anatomy and the proximity to critical organs at risk (OARs). These challenges are compounded in na...

Safety of Off-Axis Treatment for Selection of Optimal Beam Angles in SBRT of the Posteriorly Located Lung Lesions

Authors: Reza Farjam, Russell K Hales, Todd R. McNutt, Mohammad Rezaee, Ehsan Tajikmansoury, K. Ranh Voong

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Optimal beam angles and off-axis isocenter selection are important to achieve high quality plan and collision-free delivery in stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) of the posteriorly located...

Scissor-Beam Based Carbon Ion Minibeam Treatment Planning Method

Authors: Hao Gao, Qiang Li, Yuting Lin, Wei Wang, Wei Wu, Weijie Zhang

Affiliation: Institute of Modern Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Kansas Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Carbon minibeam radiation therapy (cMBRT) offers high peak-to-valley dose ratio (PVDR) and relative biological effectiveness. A key challenge is balancing uniform target coverage with PVDR pr...

Scoring Functions for Reinforcement Learning in Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation Treatment Planning

Authors: Rafe A. McBeth, Kuancheng Wang, Ledi Wang

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Pennsylvania, Georgia Institute of Technology, University of Pennsylvania

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
The integration of AI in clinical workflows presents unprecedented opportunities to enhance treatment quality in radiation oncology, yet it also demands innovative approaches to address th...

Standardized MRI-CT Hybrid Workflow for High-Dose-Rate Image-Guided Adaptive Brachytherapy in Cervical Cancer: Aapm TG-303 Implementation

Authors: Kim Creach, Kim Howard, Julius G. Ojwang, Richard A. Shaw, Neelu Soni

Affiliation: Mercy Hospital Springfield

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To present a standardized MRI-CT hybrid workflow for High-Dose-Rate (HDR) Image-Guided Adaptive Brachytherapy (IGBT) in cervical cancer, aligned with AAPM TG-303, as a model to assist with im...

Structure-Based Diffusion Model for CT Synthesis from MR Images for Radiotherapy Treatment Planning

Authors: Samuel Kadoury, Redha Touati

Affiliation: Polytechnique Montréal

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
Generating synthetic CT images from MR acquisitions for radiotherapy planning allows to integrate soft tissue contrast alongside density information stemming from CT, thus improving tumor ...

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 Biological TCP/NTCP Modelling on Oropharyngeal Head-and-Neck Cancer for Patients Treated with Proton Beam Therapy

Authors: Wen C. Hsi, Tae Kyu Lee, Biniam Yo Tesfamicael

Affiliation: Allina Health, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), Oklahoma Proton Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: When minimal dose-variations induced by inter-fractional anatomical-changes and positioning-deviation were found for having limited impact on clinic-outcomes of oropharyngeal head-and-neck (H...

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 Feasibility of Ethos-Based Pulsed Reduced Dose-Rate (PRDR) Radiotherapy

Authors: Chia-Lung Chien, Renteng Hou, Wen C. Hsi, Faraz Kalantari, Ganesh Narayanasamy, Zhong Su

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

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
PRDR is an effective re-irradiation treatment for patients who have already reached the tolerance dose to their organs at risk (OARs). While PRDR is implemented on TrueBeam by limiting the...

The GYN Webapp: A Centralized Tool for Enhancing HDR Brachytherapy Treatment Quality and Clinical Outcomes

Authors: Kevin Albuquerque, Ti Bai, Yesenia Gonzalez, Brian A. Hrycushko, Zohaib Iqbal, Paul M. Medin, Shanshan Tang

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Cervical cancer remains one of the most common and significant gynecological (GYN) malignancies globally, often presenting at advanced stages where radiation therapy and high-dose-rate (HDR) ...

The Impact of Implant Position and Different Radiotherapy Techniques on Dosimetry in Post-Mastectomy Breast Reconstruction for Breast Cancer

Authors: Xiu tong Lin

Affiliation: Department of Radiation physics and technology, Shandong Second Provincial General Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To compare the dosimetric differences between the photon and proton plans and between the different target according to the placement of the implants for patients undergoing radiotherapy afte...

Towards In Vivo Dosimetry for Adaptive MR-Guided Radiation Therapy: Initial Report on a Prototype Injectable Dosimeter

Authors: Daniel Ball, Alex Dresner, Geoffrey S. Ibbott, Leonard H. Kim, Christopher Tyerech, SebastiĂĄn Vega

Affiliation: MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, The American Board of Radiology, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Pennsylvania, Rowan University, Philips Healthcare MR Oncology

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
In vivo dosimetry is valuable to radiation therapy for its ability to report the actual dose received by patients but is currently limited to surface and intracavitary measurements, leavin...

Treatment Plan Evaluation of the Patient-Tailored Architect Applicator for Cervical Cancer Brachytherapy

Authors: Jenny Dankelman, Ben J. M. Heijmen, Inger-Karine K. Kolkman-Deurloo, Remi A. Nout, Linda Rossi, Robin Straathof, Linda Wauben, Henrike Westerveld, Nick J. van De Berg, Sharline M. van Vliet - Perez

Affiliation: Department of BioMechanical Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Department of Gynecological Oncology, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Department of Radiotherapy, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, University Medical Center Rotterdam

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To quantify the dosimetric advantages of the 3D-printed patient-tailored ARCHITECT applicator with optimized needle channel configurations compared to clinically used intracavitary/interst...

Ultrafast Proton Delivery with Pin Ridge Filters (pRFs): A Novel Approach for Motion Management in Proton Therapy

Authors: Zachary Diamond, Pretesh Patel, Sibo Tian, Yinan Wang, Xiaofeng Yang, David Yu, Ahmal Jawad Zafar, Jun Zhou

Affiliation: Emory University, Department of Radiation Oncology and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Active breath-hold techniques effectively mitigate respiratory motion but poses challenges for patients who are unable to tolerate the procedure. Conventional planning relies on multiple ener...

Using Open-Source Reasoning Large Language Models for Radiotherapy Structure Name Harmonization

Authors: Claus Belka, Stefanie Corradini, Christopher Kurz, Guillaume Landry, Matteo Maspero, Adrian Thummerer, Erik van der Bijl

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, Radboud University Medical Center, UMC Utrecht

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To automatically harmonize non-standardized organ-at-risk (OAR) structure names from multi-lingual, multi-institutional radiotherapy datasets using state-of-the-art open-source reasoning larg...

Using Radiotherapy Dose Accumulation Routine (RADAR) for Deformable Offline Adaptive Head and Neck Dose Accumulation

Authors: Shira Abraham, Eric Aliotta, Michalis Aristophanous, Laura I. Cervino, Yu-Chi Hu, Phillip G. Lichtenwalner, Chuan Zeng, Pengpeng Zhang

Affiliation: Department of Medical Physics, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
We have developed a tool that uses deformable image registrations to perform deformable dose accumulation. In this work we evaluate use of this tool for adaptive head and neck dose accumul...

Whole Heart Sparing Ethos Adaptive Radiotherapy for Lung Cancer

Authors: Ibrahim Aref, David Bergman, Justine M. Cunningham, Payton Dolan, Aharon Feldman, Yimei Huang, Joshua P. Kim, Brett M. Miller, Emily Moats, Benjamin Movsas, Kundan S Thind

Affiliation: Henry Ford Health

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Cardiac radiation dose is directly associated with adverse cardiac events which are predictive of mortality in lung cancer patients. In fractionated lung radiotherapy, studies have shown a hi...