A multi-center output factor intercomparison to uncover systematic inaccuracies in small field dosimetry

A multi-center output factor intercomparison to uncover systematic inaccuracies in small field dosimetry

Large uncertainties in output factor (OF) small fields dosimetry motivated multicentric studies. The focus of the study was the determination of the OFs, for different linacs and radiosurgery units, using new-generation detectors. Intercomparison studies between radiotherapy centers improved quality...

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Main Authors: Stefania Clemente, Laura Masi, Christian Fiandra, Elisabetta Cagni, Elena Villaggi, Marco Esposito, Francesca Romana Giglioli, Carmelo Marino, Lidia Strigari, Cristina Garibaldi, Michele Stasi, Pietro Mancosu, Serenella Russo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2018-01-01
Series:Physics and Imaging in Radiation Oncology
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405631617300830
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Summary:Large uncertainties in output factor (OF) small fields dosimetry motivated multicentric studies. The focus of the study was the determination of the OFs, for different linacs and radiosurgery units, using new-generation detectors. Intercomparison studies between radiotherapy centers improved quality dosimetry practices. Results confirmed the effectiveness of the studies to uncover large systematic inaccuracies in small field dosimetry. Keywords: Multicentric studies, Small field dosimetry, Output factors
ISSN:2405-6316

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