A simple calibration method for 106Ru-106Rh eye applicators.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
Ru-Rh eye applicators are used for the radiotherapy of eye malignancies such as melanomas. We present a method of dosimetry of these beta particle emitting applicators. Method is based on a Plexiglas phantom (constructed for this purpose) containing spherical shells and very small, 1x1x1mm3 thermoluminescent dosimeters (TLD) as dosimeters. We determined 3-D depth doses and interpolated depth dose functions. Surface dose rate inhomogeneities and the consequences were considered and discussed. A possible influence of photon component of the emission on the results was analysed. The method has overall combined uncertainty + or -6% which is comparable, and slightly better, than other recent dosimetric methods.
Medical subject headings
- Eye Neoplasms
- Melanoma
- Rhodium
- Ruthenium