Assessing the Reliability of 3D-Printed Custom Silicone Boluses in Radiotherapy: Thickness and Air Bubble Considerations

This study aimed to evaluate the scientific reliability of 3D-printed silicone boluses fabricated with patient-specific molds, focusing on fabrication-related uncertainties such as internal air bubbles, thickness variations, and density differences, thereby providing evidence for clinical quality as...

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Published in:	Applied Sciences
Main Authors:	Yun Sung Shin, Sang Jun Byun, Byungyong Kim, Myeongsoo Kim
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-09-01
Subjects:	patient-specific silicone bolus radiotherapy bolus dose evaluation air bubbles
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/19/10486