Study of dose perturbation parameters for eye shielding in megavoltage photon beam therapy.
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Abstract
Shielding blocks are frequently used to minimize dose and shield sensitive organs in radiation therapy. The blocks, which are made of high atomic number materials, produce significant dose perturbations in megavoltage photon beams. The effects of these perturbations are studied with special interest in the eye shielding in the treatment of head and neck malignancies. Optimum parameters for the treatment are suggested.
Medical subject headings
- Eye Injuries
- Radiation Injuries
- Radiation Protection
- Radiotherapy Dosage