kevin clarke
- Patient Immobilization
- January 27, 2024
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Protecting OARs in Complex Head & Neck Treatments: Advanced Immobilization Strategies
Introduction Radiotherapy for head and neck malignancies demands an exceptional balance between maximizing tumor control and protecting organs at risk (OARs). Structures such as the spinal cord, brainstem, parotid glands,…
- Clinical Case Studies , Patient Immobilization
- January 27, 2024
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Customizing Immobilization for Small Patients: Technical Challenges and Solutions in Pediatrics
Introduction Pediatric radiotherapy presents a unique clinical challenge: achieving the same level of geometric precision required in adult treatments while caring for patients who are more vulnerable to anxiety, discomfort,…
- Clinical Case Studies , Knowledge Blog , Patient Immobilization
- January 27, 2024
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Streamlining VMAT and IMRT Workflows: Minimizing Dosimetric Impact with Low-Attenuation Accessories
Introduction Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) and Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) have transformed modern radiotherapy by enabling highly conformal dose distributions and superior organ-at-risk (OAR) sparing. However, this increased complexity…
- Patient Immobilization
- January 27, 2024
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Precision and Safety in Brachytherapy: Specialized Transfer and Positioning Solutions
Introduction Brachytherapy remains one of the most precise forms of radiation therapy, delivering high doses directly to or near the target while sparing surrounding tissues. However, this precision comes with…
