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Evaluation of the effect of metal stents on dose perturbation in the carbon beam irradiation field

Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics, EarlyView.
Abstract Propose Carbon ion therapy is indicated for cases in which stents have been inserted, such as bile ducts, but the effect of metal stents on carbon ion therapy is unclear. In this study, the dose perturbation of carbon ion therapy caused by metallic bile duct stents was evaluated by dosimetry. Materials and methods Five different types of metal
Yuya Miyasaka, Tetsuya Ishizawa, Yoshihito Nawa, Hikaru Souda, Shohei Kawashiro, Hongbo Chai, Miyu Ishizawa, Hiraku Sato, Takeo Iwai   +8 more
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Impact of acceleration treatment on treatment plan and delivery qualities in tomotherapy for lung cancer

Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Acceleration treatment (AT) is a novel treatment planning parameter introduced in the tomotherapy‐dedicated treatment planning system, Precision. This study explores the effects of AT on tomotherapy plans using helical (TomoHelical) and direct (TomoDirect) irradiation techniques.
Ryosuke Shirata, Tatsuya Inoue, Yugo Ebinuma, Akihiro Yamano, Takayuki Yagihashi, Hironori Nagata, Yumiko Minagawa, Yuki Mukai, Akiko Sato, Motoko Omura   +9 more
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Characterization of a prototype rapid kilovoltage x‐ray image guidance system designed for a linear accelerator radiation therapy unit

Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics, EarlyView.
Abstract Purpose This study evaluates a novel cone‐beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging solution integrated onto a conventional C‐arm linear accelerator (linac) with increased gantry speed. The purpose is to assess the impact of improved imaging hardware and reconstruction algorithms on image quality.
Theodore Arsenault, Jonathan Arrue, Kenneth Gregg, Atallah Baydoun, Atefeh Rezai, Christian Langmack, Lauren Henke, Daniel E. Spratt, Rojano Kashani, Alex Price   +9 more
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Geometric and dosimetric evaluation of a commercial AI auto‐contouring tool on multiple anatomical sites in CT scans

Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics, EarlyView.
Abstract Current radiotherapy practices rely on manual contouring of CT scans, which is time‐consuming, prone to variability, and requires highly trained experts. There is a need for more efficient and consistent contouring methods. This study evaluated the performance of the Varian Ethos AI auto‐contouring tool to assess its potential integration into
Robert N. Finnegan, Alexandra Quinn, Patrick Horsley, Joseph Chan, Maegan Stewart, Regina Bromley, Jeremy Booth   +6 more
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Methods for working with problem residents in medical physics residency education

Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics, EarlyView.
Abstract Medical physics residency training programs may occasionally encounter residents requiring additional intervention beyond normal training efforts. In the literature, these residents are referred to as “problem” residents. While the physician literature on the subject is valuable, this paper specifically focuses on dealing with a problem ...
Christopher J. Watchman, Dandan Zheng
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In vivo transit dosimetry methodology for whole breast intensity modulated radiation therapy

Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics, EarlyView.
Abstract Background In vivo transit dosimetry using an electronic portal imaging device (EPID‐IVTD) is an important tool for verifying the accuracy of radiation therapy treatments. Despite its potential, the implementation of EPID‐IVTD in breast intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) treatments has not yet been standardized, limiting its clinical
Lucia Zirone, Elisa Bonanno, Giuseppina R. Borzì, Nina Cavalli, Alessia D'Anna, Andrea Girlando, Martina Pace, Giuseppe Stella, Carmelo Marino   +8 more
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BreastWatch: A Varian Eclipse script tool for Community‐Based automatic evaluation of breast treatment plans

Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics, EarlyView.
Abstract Purpose This work introduces BreastWatch, a Varian Eclipse script tool designed to help medical physicists, dosimetrists, and radiation oncologists easily inspect and improve External Beam Breast Treatment (EBBT) plans using automatic evaluation of protocol dose‐constraints enhanced by a Community‐Based approach.
Stefano Agostinelli, Daniele Zefiro, Stefania Garelli, Francesca Cavagnetto, Marco Gusinu, Monica Bevegni, Gladys Blandino, Alessandra Fozza, Fabrizio Levrero   +8 more
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JACMP 2025–2029 and beyond

Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics, EarlyView.
Michael Mills
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Assessment of a medical physics educational program for science teachers

Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics, EarlyView.
Abstract Introduction Medical physics is a fulfilling profession where physics is applied to advance human health. However, many are uninformed of the role of physicists in medicine, and students are unaware of this career pathway. This study presents a pilot 1‐year program for science teachers to learn about physics in medicine and share with students
Ashley J. Cetnar, Jeffrey Woollard, Lin Ding   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

An extension to the OVH concept for knowledge‐based dose volume histogram prediction in lung tumor volumetric‐modulated arc therapy

Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics, EarlyView.
Abstract Purpose Volumetric‐modulated arc therapy (VMAT) treatment planning allows a compromise between a sufficient coverage of the planning target volume (PTV) and a simultaneous sparing of organs‐at‐risk (OARs). Particularly in the case of lung tumors, deciding whether it is possible or worth spending more time on further improvements of a treatment
Johann Brand, Juliane Szkitsak, Oliver J. Ott, Christoph Bert, Stefan Speer   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source