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Basaula D, Hay B, Wright M, Hall L, Easdon A, McWiggan P, Yeo A, Ungureanu E, Kron T. Additive manufacturing of patient specific bolus for radiotherapy: large scale production and quality assurance. Phys Eng Sci Med 2024; 47:551-561. [PMID: 38285272 PMCID: PMC11166743 DOI: 10.1007/s13246-024-01385-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/07/2024] [Indexed: 01/30/2024]
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Bolus is commonly used to improve dose distributions in radiotherapy in particular if dose to skin must be optimised such as in breast or head and neck cancer. We are documenting four years of experience with 3D printed bolus at a large cancer centre. In addition to this we review the quality assurance (QA) program developed to support it. More than 2000 boluses were produced between Nov 2018 and Feb 2023 using fused deposition modelling (FDM) printing with polylactic acid (PLA) on up to five Raise 3D printers. Bolus is designed in the radiotherapy treatment planning system (Varian Eclipse), exported to an STL file followed by pre-processing. After checking each bolus with CT scanning initially we now produce standard quality control (QC) wedges every month and whenever a major change in printing processes occurs. A database records every bolus printed and manufacturing details. It takes about 3 days from designing the bolus in the planning system to delivering it to treatment. A 'premium' PLA material (Spidermaker) was found to be best in terms of homogeneity and CT number consistency (80 HU +/- 8HU). Most boluses were produced for photon beams (93.6%) with the rest used for electrons. We process about 120 kg of PLA per year with a typical bolus weighing less than 500 g and the majority of boluses 5 mm thick. Print times are proportional to bolus weight with about 24 h required for 500 g material deposited. 3D printing using FDM produces smooth and reproducible boluses. Quality control is essential but can be streamlined.
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- Deepak Basaula
- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Department of Physical Sciences, 305 Grattan Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Department of Radiation Engineering, Melbourne, Australia
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Department of Radiation Engineering, Melbourne, Australia
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Department of Radiation Therapy, Melbourne, Australia
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Department of Radiation Engineering, Melbourne, Australia
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Department of Radiation Engineering, Melbourne, Australia
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Department of Physical Sciences, 305 Grattan Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
- School of Applied Sciences, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia
- Sir Peter MacCallum Department of Oncology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Department of Physical Sciences, 305 Grattan Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Department of Physical Sciences, 305 Grattan Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia.
- School of Applied Sciences, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia.
- Centre for Medical Radiation Physics, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia.
- Sir Peter MacCallum Department of Oncology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia.
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Davis TM, Luca K, Sudmeier LJ, Buchwald ZS, Khan MK, Yang X, Schreibmann E, Zhang J, Roper J. Total scalp irradiation: A study comparing multiple types of bolus and VMAT optimization techniques. J Appl Clin Med Phys 2024; 25:e14260. [PMID: 38243628 PMCID: PMC11005987 DOI: 10.1002/acm2.14260] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2023] [Revised: 11/13/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/21/2024] Open
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PURPOSE To investigate bolus design and VMAT optimization settings for total scalp irradiation. METHODS Three silicone bolus designs (flat, hat, and custom) from .decimal were evaluated for adherence to five anthropomorphic head phantoms. Flat bolus was cut from a silicone sheet. Generic hat bolus resembles an elongated swim cap while custom bolus is manufactured by injecting silicone into a 3D printed mold. Bolus placement time was recorded. Air gaps between bolus and scalp were quantified on CT images. The dosimetric effect of air gaps on target coverage was evaluated in a treatment planning study where the scalp was planned to 60 Gy in 30 fractions. A noncoplanar VMAT technique based on gEUD penalties was investigated that explored the full range of gEUD alpha values to determine which settings achieve sufficient target coverage while minimizing brain dose. ANOVA and the t-test were used to evaluate statistically significant differences (threshold = 0.05). RESULTS The flat bolus took 32 ± 5.9 min to construct and place, which was significantly longer (p < 0.001) compared with 0.67 ± 0.2 min for the generic hat bolus or 0.53 ± 0.10 min for the custom bolus. The air gap volumes were 38 ± 9.3 cc, 32 ± 14 cc, and 17 ± 7.0 cc for the flat, hat, and custom boluses, respectively. While the air gap differences between the flat and custom boluses were significant (p = 0.011), there were no significant dosimetric differences in PTV coverage at V57Gy or V60Gy. In the VMAT optimization study, a gEUD alpha of 2 was found to minimize the mean brain dose. CONCLUSIONS Two challenging aspects of total scalp irradiation were investigated: bolus design and plan optimization. Results from this study show opportunities to shorten bolus fabrication time during simulation and create high quality treatment plans using a straightforward VMAT template with simple optimization settings.
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- Tanisha M. Davis
- Medical Dosimetry ProgramSouthern Illinois UniversityCarbondaleIllinoisUSA
- Department of Radiation OncologyEmory UniversityAtlantaGeorgiaUSA
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- Department of Radiation OncologyEmory UniversityAtlantaGeorgiaUSA
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- Department of Radiation OncologyEmory UniversityAtlantaGeorgiaUSA
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- Department of Radiation OncologyEmory UniversityAtlantaGeorgiaUSA
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- Department of Radiation OncologyEmory UniversityAtlantaGeorgiaUSA
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- Department of Radiation OncologyEmory UniversityAtlantaGeorgiaUSA
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- Department of Radiation OncologyEmory UniversityAtlantaGeorgiaUSA
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Kong D, Wu J, Kong X, Huang J, Zhao Y, Yang B, Zhao Q, Gu K. Effect of bolus materials on dose deposition in deep tissues during electron beam radiotherapy. JOURNAL OF RADIATION RESEARCH 2024; 65:215-222. [PMID: 38331401 PMCID: PMC10959426 DOI: 10.1093/jrr/rrae001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2023] [Revised: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2024]
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Several materials are utilized in the production of bolus, which is essential for superficial tumor radiotherapy. This research aimed to compare the variations in dose deposition in deep tissues during electron beam radiotherapy when employing different bolus materials. Specifically, the study developed general superficial tumor models (S-T models) and postoperative breast cancer models (P-B models). Each model comprised a bolus made of water, polylactic acid (PLA), polystyrene, silica-gel or glycerol. Geant4 was employed to simulate the transportation of electron beams within the studied models, enabling the acquisition of dose distributions along the central axis of the field. A comparison was conducted to assess the dose distributions in deep tissues. In regions where the percentage depth dose (PDD) decreases rapidly, the relative doses (RDs) in the S-T models with silica-gel bolus exhibited the highest values. Subsequently, RDs for PLA, glycerol and polystyrene boluses followed in descending order. Notably, the RDs for glycerol and polystyrene boluses were consistently below 1. Within the P-B models, RDs for all four bolus materials are consistently below 1. Among them, the smallest RDs are observed with the glycerol bolus, followed by silica-gel, PLA and polystyrene bolus in ascending order. As PDDs are ~1-3% or smaller, the differences in RDs diminish rapidly until are only around 10%. For the S-T and P-B models, polystyrene and glycerol are the most suitable bolus materials, respectively. The choice of appropriate bolus materials, tailored to the specific treatment scenario, holds significant importance in safeguarding deep tissues during radiotherapy.
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- Dong Kong
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, No. 1000, Hefeng Road, Wuxi 214122, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, No. 1000, Hefeng Road, Wuxi 214122, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, No. 1000, Hefeng Road, Wuxi 214122, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, No. 1000, Hefeng Road, Wuxi 214122, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, No. 1000, Hefeng Road, Wuxi 214122, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, No. 1000, Hefeng Road, Wuxi 214122, China
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- Pharmaceutical Department, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, No. 1000, Hefeng Road, Wuxi 214122, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, No. 1000, Hefeng Road, Wuxi 214122, China
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Paschal HM(P, Kabat CN, Martin T, Saenz D, Myers P, Rasmussen K, Stathakis S, Bonnen M, Papanikolaou N, Kirby N. Dosimetric characterization of a new surface-conforming electron MLC prototype. J Appl Clin Med Phys 2024; 25:e14173. [PMID: 37858985 PMCID: PMC10860448 DOI: 10.1002/acm2.14173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2023] [Revised: 09/20/2023] [Accepted: 09/22/2023] [Indexed: 10/21/2023] Open
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The purpose is to reduce normal tissue radiation toxicity for electron therapy through the creation of a surface-conforming electron multileaf collimator (SCEM). The SCEM combines the benefits of skin collimation, electron conformal radiotherapy, and modulated electron radiotherapy. An early concept for the SCEM was constructed. It consists of leaves that protrude towards the patient, allowing the leaves to conform closely to irregular patient surfaces. The leaves are made of acrylic to decrease bremsstrahlung, thereby decreasing the out-of-field dose. Water tank scans were performed with the SCEM in place for various field sizes for all available electron energies (6, 9, 12, and 15 MeV) with a 0.5 cm air gap to the water surface at 100 cm source-to-surface distance (SSD). These measurements were compared with Cerrobend cutouts with the field size-matched at 100 and 110 cm SSD. Output factor measurements were taken in solid water for each energy at dmax for both the cerrobend cutouts and SCEM at 100 cm SSD. Percent depth dose (PDD) curves for the SCEM shifted shallower for all energies and field sizes. The SCEM also produced a higher surface dose relative to Cerrobend cutouts, with the maximum being a 9.8% increase for the 3 cm × 9 cm field at 9 MeV. When compared to the Cerrobend cutouts at 110 cm SSD, the SCEM showed a significant decrease in the penumbra, particularly for lower energies (i.e., 6 and 9 MeV). The SCEM also showed reduced out-of-field dose and lower bremsstrahlung production than the Cerrobend cutouts. The SCEM provides significant improvement in the penumbra and out-of-field dose by allowing collimation close to the skin surface compared to Cerrobend cutouts. However, the added scatter from the SCEM increases shallow PDD values. Future work will focus on reducing this scatter while maintaining the penumbra and out-of-field benefits the SCEM has over conventional collimation.
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- Holly M. (Parenica) Paschal
- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of MedicineThe University of Texas Health Science Center at San AntonioSan AntonioTexasUSA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of MedicineThe University of Texas Health Science Center at San AntonioSan AntonioTexasUSA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of MedicineThe University of Texas Health Science Center at San AntonioSan AntonioTexasUSA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of MedicineThe University of Texas Health Science Center at San AntonioSan AntonioTexasUSA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of MedicineThe University of Texas Health Science Center at San AntonioSan AntonioTexasUSA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of MedicineThe University of Texas Health Science Center at San AntonioSan AntonioTexasUSA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of MedicineThe University of Texas Health Science Center at San AntonioSan AntonioTexasUSA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of MedicineThe University of Texas Health Science Center at San AntonioSan AntonioTexasUSA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of MedicineThe University of Texas Health Science Center at San AntonioSan AntonioTexasUSA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of MedicineThe University of Texas Health Science Center at San AntonioSan AntonioTexasUSA
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Iqbal H, Fernandes Q, Idoudi S, Basineni R, Billa N. Status of Polymer Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)-Based Three-Dimensional Printing (3DP) in the Pharmaceutical Industry. Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:386. [PMID: 38337275 DOI: 10.3390/polym16030386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2023] [Revised: 01/22/2024] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024] Open
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Additive manufacturing (AM) or 3D printing (3DP) is arguably a versatile and more efficient way for the production of solid dosage forms such as tablets. Of the various 3DP technologies currently available, fused deposition modeling (FDM) includes unique characteristics that offer a range of options in the production of various types of tablets. For example, amorphous solid dispersions (ASDs), enteric-coated tablets or poly pills can be produced using an appropriate drug/polymer combination during FDM 3DP. The technology offers the possibility of evolving personalized medicines into cost-effective production schemes at pharmacies and hospital dispensaries. In this review, we highlight key FDM features that may be exploited for the production of tablets and improvement of therapy, with emphasis on gastrointestinal delivery. We also highlight current constraints that must be surmounted to visualize the deployment of this technology in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries.
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- Heba Iqbal
- Pharmaceutical Sciences Department, College of Pharmacy, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha P.O. Box 2713, Qatar
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- College of Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha P.O. Box 2713, Qatar
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Department, College of Pharmacy, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha P.O. Box 2713, Qatar
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Department, College of Pharmacy, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha P.O. Box 2713, Qatar
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Department, College of Pharmacy, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha P.O. Box 2713, Qatar
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Ashenafi M, Jeong S, Wancura JN, Gou L, Webster MJ, Zheng D. A quick guide on implementing and quality assuring 3D printing in radiation oncology. J Appl Clin Med Phys 2023; 24:e14102. [PMID: 37501315 PMCID: PMC10647979 DOI: 10.1002/acm2.14102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2023] [Revised: 06/23/2023] [Accepted: 07/08/2023] [Indexed: 07/29/2023] Open
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As three-dimensional (3D) printing becomes increasingly common in radiation oncology, proper implementation, usage, and ongoing quality assurance (QA) are essential. While there have been many reports on various clinical investigations and several review articles, there is a lack of literature on the general considerations of implementing 3D printing in radiation oncology departments, including comprehensive process establishment and proper ongoing QA. This review aims to guide radiation oncology departments in effectively using 3D printing technology for routine clinical applications and future developments. We attempt to provide recommendations on 3D printing equipment, software, workflow, and QA, based on existing literature and our experience. Specifically, we focus on three main applications: patient-specific bolus, high-dose-rate (HDR) surface brachytherapy applicators, and phantoms. Additionally, cost considerations are briefly discussed. This review focuses on point-of-care (POC) printing in house, and briefly touches on outsourcing printing via mail-order services.
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- Michael Ashenafi
- Department of Radiation OncologyUniversity of Rochester Medical CenterRochesterNew YorkUSA
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- Department of Applied MathematicsUniversity of RochesterRochesterNew YorkUSA
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- Department of Radiation OncologyUniversity of Rochester Medical CenterRochesterNew YorkUSA
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- Department of Radiation OncologyUniversity of Rochester Medical CenterRochesterNew YorkUSA
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- Department of Radiation OncologyUniversity of Rochester Medical CenterRochesterNew YorkUSA
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- Department of Radiation OncologyUniversity of Rochester Medical CenterRochesterNew YorkUSA
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Zhang C, Lewin W, Cullen A, Thommen D, Hill R. Evaluation of 3D-printed bolus for radiotherapy using megavoltage X-ray beams. Radiol Phys Technol 2023; 16:414-421. [PMID: 37294521 PMCID: PMC10435601 DOI: 10.1007/s12194-023-00727-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2023] [Revised: 05/27/2023] [Accepted: 05/29/2023] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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A radiotherapy bolus is a tissue-equivalent material placed on the skin to adjust the surface dose of megavoltage X-ray beams used for treatment. In this study, the dosimetric properties of two 3D-printed filament materials, polylactic acid (PLA) and thermoplastic polyether urethane (TPU), used as radiotherapy boluses, were investigated. The dosimetric properties of PLA and TPU were compared with those of several conventional bolus materials and RMI457 Solid Water. Percentage depth-dose (PDD) measurements in the build-up region were performed for all materials using 6 and 10 MV photon treatment beams on Varian linear accelerators. The results showed that the differences in the PDDs of the 3D-printed materials from the RMI457 Solid Water were within 3%, whereas those of the dental wax and SuperFlab gel materials were within 5%. This indicates that PLA and TPU 3D-printed materials are suitable radiotherapy bolus materials.
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- Chunsu Zhang
- Institute of Medical Physics, School of Physics, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia
- Arto Hardy Family Biomedical Innovation Hub, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Camperdown, NSW, 2050, Australia
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- Arto Hardy Family Biomedical Innovation Hub, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Camperdown, NSW, 2050, Australia
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- Institute of Medical Physics, School of Physics, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia
- Arto Hardy Family Biomedical Innovation Hub, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Camperdown, NSW, 2050, Australia
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Missenden Rd, Camperdown,Sydney, NSW, 2050, Australia
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- Institute of Medical Physics, School of Physics, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia
- Arto Hardy Family Biomedical Innovation Hub, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Camperdown, NSW, 2050, Australia
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Missenden Rd, Camperdown,Sydney, NSW, 2050, Australia
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- Institute of Medical Physics, School of Physics, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia.
- Arto Hardy Family Biomedical Innovation Hub, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Camperdown, NSW, 2050, Australia.
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Missenden Rd, Camperdown,Sydney, NSW, 2050, Australia.
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Schulz JB, Gibson C, Dubrowski P, Marquez CM, Million L, Qian Y, Skinner L, Yu AS. Shaping success: clinical implementation of a 3D-printed electron cutout program in external beam radiation therapy. Front Oncol 2023; 13:1237037. [PMID: 37621682 PMCID: PMC10445153 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2023.1237037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2023] [Accepted: 07/18/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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Purpose The integration of 3D-printing technology into radiation therapy (RT) has allowed for a novel method to develop personalized electron field-shaping blocks with improved accuracy. By obviating the need for handling highly toxic Cerrobend molds, the clinical workflow is significantly streamlined. This study aims to expound upon the clinical workflow of 3D-printed electron cutouts in RT and furnish one year of in-vivo dosimetry data. Methods and materials 3D-printed electron cutouts for 6x6 cm, 10x10 cm, and 15x15 cm electron applicators were designed and implemented into the clinical workflow after dosimetric commissioning to ensure congruence with the Cerrobend cutouts. The clinical workflow consisted of four parts: i) the cutout aperture was extracted from the treatment planning system (TPS). A 3D printable cutout was then generated automatically through custom scripts; ii) the cutout was 3D-printed with PLA filament, filled with tungsten ball bearings, and underwent quality assurance (QA) to verify density and dosimetry; iii) in-vivo dosimetry was performed with optically stimulated luminescence dosimeters (OSLDs) for a patient's first treatment and compared to the calculated dose in the TPS; iv) after treatment completion, the 3D-printed cutout was recycled. Results QA and in-vivo OSLD measurements were conducted (n=40). The electron cutouts produced were 6x6 cm (n=3), 10x10 cm (n=30), and 15x15 cm (n=7). The expected weight of the cutouts differed from the measured weight by 0.4 + 1.1%. The skin dose measured with the OSLDs was compared to the skin dose in the TPS on the central axis. The difference between the measured and TPS doses was 4.0 + 5.2%. Conclusion The successful clinical implementation of 3D-printed cutouts reduced labor, costs, and removed the use of toxic materials in the workplace while meeting clinical dosimetric standards.
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, United States
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Fahimian BP, Liu W, Skinner L, Yu AS, Phillips T, Steers JM, DeMarco J, Fraass BA, Kamrava M. 3D printing in brachytherapy: A systematic review of gynecological applications. Brachytherapy 2023; 22:446-460. [PMID: 37024350 DOI: 10.1016/j.brachy.2023.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2022] [Revised: 12/27/2022] [Accepted: 02/02/2023] [Indexed: 04/08/2023]
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PURPOSE To provide a systematic review of the applications of 3D printing in gynecological brachytherapy. METHODS Peer-reviewed articles relating to additive manufacturing (3D printing) from the 34 million plus biomedical citations in National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI/PubMed), and 53 million records in Web of Science (Clarivate) were queried for 3D printing applications. The results were narrowed sequentially to, (1) all literature in 3D printing with final publications prior to July 2022 (in English, and excluding books, proceedings, and reviews), and then to applications in, (2) radiotherapy, (3) brachytherapy, (4) gynecological brachytherapy. Brachytherapy applications were reviewed and grouped by disease site, with gynecological applications additionally grouped by study type, methodology, delivery modality, and device type. RESULTS From 47,541 3D printing citations, 96 publications met the inclusion criteria for brachytherapy, with gynecological clinical applications compromising the highest percentage (32%), followed by skin and surface (19%), and head and neck (9%). The distribution of delivery modalities was 58% for HDR (Ir-192), 35% for LDR (I-125), and 7% for other modalities. In gynecological brachytherapy, studies included design of patient specific applicators and templates, novel applicator designs, applicator additions, quality assurance and dosimetry devices, anthropomorphic gynecological applicators, and in-human clinical trials. Plots of year-to-year growth demonstrate a rapid nonlinear trend since 2014 due to the improving accessibility of low-cost 3D printers. Based on these publications, considerations for clinical use are provided. CONCLUSIONS 3D printing has emerged as an important clinical technology enabling customized applicator and template designs, representing a major advancement in the methodology for implantation and delivery in gynecological brachytherapy.
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- Benjamin P Fahimian
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA.
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
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Biltekin F, Bäumer C, Esser J, Ghanem O, Ozyigit G, Timmermann B. Preclinical Dosimetry for Small Animal Radiation Research in Proton Therapy: A Feasibility Study. Int J Part Ther 2023; 10:13-22. [PMID: 37823014 PMCID: PMC10563666 DOI: 10.14338/ijpt-22-00035.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2022] [Accepted: 02/10/2023] [Indexed: 10/13/2023] Open
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Purpose To evaluate the feasibility of the three-dimensional (3D) printed small animal phantoms in dosimetric verification of proton therapy for small animal radiation research. Materials and Methods Two different phantoms were modeled using the computed-tomography dataset of real rat and tumor-bearing mouse, retrospectively. Rat phantoms were designed to accommodate both EBT3 film and ionization chamber. A subcutaneous tumor-bearing mouse phantom was only modified to accommodate film dosimetry. All phantoms were printed using polylactic-acid (PLA) filament. Optimal printing parameters were set to create tissue-equivalent material. Then, proton therapy plans for different anatomical targets, including whole brain and total lung irradiation in the rat phantom and the subcutaneous tumor model in the mouse phantom, were created using the pencil-beam scanning technique. Point dose and film dosimetry measurements were performed using 3D-printed phantoms. In addition, all phantoms were analyzed in terms of printing accuracy and uniformity. Results Three-dimensionally printed phantoms had excellent uniformity over the external body, and printing accuracy was within 0.5 mm. According to our findings, two-dimensional dosimetry with EBT3 showed acceptable levels of γ passing rate for all measurements except for whole brain irradiation (γ passing rate, 89.8%). In terms of point dose analysis, a good agreement (<0.1%) was found between the measured and calculated point doses for all anatomical targets. Conclusion Three-dimensionally printed small animal phantoms show great potential for dosimetric verifications of clinical proton therapy for small animal radiation research.
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- Fatih Biltekin
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
- West German Proton Therapy Centre Essen (WPE), Essen, Germany
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- West German Proton Therapy Centre Essen (WPE), Essen, Germany
- West German Cancer Centre (WTZ), Essen, Germany
- German Cancer Consortium (DKTK), Heidelberg, Germany
- TU Dortmund University, Department of Physics, Dortmund, Germany
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- West German Proton Therapy Centre Essen (WPE), Essen, Germany
- West German Cancer Centre (WTZ), Essen, Germany
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- West German Proton Therapy Centre Essen (WPE), Essen, Germany
- West German Cancer Centre (WTZ), Essen, Germany
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- West German Proton Therapy Centre Essen (WPE), Essen, Germany
- West German Cancer Centre (WTZ), Essen, Germany
- German Cancer Consortium (DKTK), Heidelberg, Germany
- TU Dortmund University, Department of Physics, Dortmund, Germany
- Department of Particle Therapy, University Hospital Essen, Essen, Germany
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Arribas EM, Kelil T, Santiago L, Ali A, Chadalavada SC, Chepelev L, Ghodadra A, Ionita CN, Lee J, Ravi P, Ryan JR, Sheikh AM, Rybicki FJ, Ballard DH. Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) 3D Printing Special Interest Group (SIG) clinical situations for which 3D printing is considered an appropriate representation or extension of data contained in a medical imaging examination: breast conditions. 3D Print Med 2023; 9:8. [PMID: 36952139 PMCID: PMC10037829 DOI: 10.1186/s41205-023-00171-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2022] [Accepted: 03/07/2023] [Indexed: 03/24/2023] Open
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The use of medical 3D printing has expanded dramatically for breast diseases. A writing group composed of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Special Interest Group on 3D Printing (SIG) provides updated appropriateness criteria for breast 3D printing in various clinical scenarios. Evidence-based appropriateness criteria are provided for the following clinical scenarios: benign breast lesions and high-risk breast lesions, breast cancer, breast reconstruction, and breast radiation (treatment planning and radiation delivery).
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- Elsa M Arribas
- Division of Diagnostic Imaging, Department of Breast Imaging, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 77030, USA.
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- Department of Radiology, University of California, 1600 Divisadero St, C250, Box 1667, San Francisco, CA, 94115, USA
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- Division of Diagnostic Imaging, Department of Breast Imaging, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 77030, USA
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- Diagnostic Radiology, Henry Ford Medical Group, Henry Ford Hospital, 2799 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI, 48202, USA
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- Joint Department of Medical Imaging, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- UPMC Department of Radiology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo, University at Buffalo School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, 8052 Clinical Translational Research Center, 875 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, NY, 14203, USA
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- University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH, 45267, USA
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- Department of Radiology, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH, USA
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- 3D Innovations Lab, Rady Children's Hospital, San Diego, CA, USA
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- Department of Medical Imaging, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute (OHRI), The Ottawa Hospital, University of Ottawa, 501 Smyth Road, Ottawa, K1H 8L6, Canada
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- Department of Radiology, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH, USA
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- Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, Washington University, St Louis, MO, USA
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McGuffey AS, Pitcher GM, Guidry RL, Erhart KJ, Hogstrom KR. Factory quality assurance of passive radiotherapy intensity modulators for electrons using kilovoltage x-ray imaging. J Appl Clin Med Phys 2023:e13943. [PMID: 36855930 DOI: 10.1002/acm2.13943] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2022] [Revised: 01/11/2023] [Accepted: 02/06/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2023] Open
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PURPOSE This work developed an x-ray-based method for performing factory quality assurance (QA) of Passive Radiotherapy Intensity Modulators for Electrons (PRIME) device fabrication. This method measures errors in position, diameter, and orientation of cylindrical island blocks on a hexagonal grid that comprises PRIME devices and the impact of such errors on the underlying intensity distribution. METHODS X-ray images were acquired of six PRIME devices, which modeled three error cases (small random, large random, and systematic errors) for two island block diameters (0.158 and 0.352 cm). Island blocks in each device, 0.6 cm long tungsten cylinders of constant diameter, were spaced 0.6 cm on a hexagonal grid over approximately 8 cm square. Using a 50 kVp x-ray image, each island block projected a racetrack, whose perimeter was fit to a function that allowed determination of its position, diameter, and angular orientation (θ, ϕ). These measured parameters were input into a pencil beam algorithm (PBA) dose calculation performed in water (16 MeV, SSD = 103 cm) for each device. PBA calculated intensity distributions using measured and planned (exact) island block parameters were compared. RESULTS Θ distributions for the 0.158 and 0.352 cm devices were nearly identical for each error case, with θ values for most island blocks being within 3.2°, 8.5°, and 7.5° for the small random, large random, and systematic error PRIME devices, respectively. Corresponding intensity differences between using measured and planned island block parameters were within 1.0% and 2.8% (small random), 2.2% and 4.8% (large random), and 3.2% and 6.7% (systematic) for the 0.158 and 0.352 cm devices, respectively. CONCLUSION This approach provides a viable and economical method for factory QA of fabricated PRIME devices by determining errors in their planned intensity distribution from which their quality can be assessed prior to releasing to the customer.
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- Andrew S McGuffey
- Department of Physics and Astronomy, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA
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- Department of Physics and Astronomy, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA.,Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA
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- Department of Physics and Astronomy, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA.,Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA
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Scotto JG, Pitcher GM, Carver RL, Erhart KJ, McGuffey AS, Hogstrom KR. Modeling scatter through sides of island blocks used for intensity-modulated bolus electron conformal therapy. J Appl Clin Med Phys 2023; 24:e13889. [PMID: 36610042 PMCID: PMC9924125 DOI: 10.1002/acm2.13889] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2022] [Revised: 11/29/2022] [Accepted: 12/13/2022] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Passive Radiotherapy Intensity Modulators for Electrons (PRIME) devices are comprised of cylindrical tungsten island blocks imbedded in a machinable foam slab within the patient's cutout. Intensity-modulated bolus electron conformal therapy (IM-BECT) uses PRIME devices to reduce dose heterogeneity caused by the irregular bolus surface. Heretofore, IM-BECT dose calculations used the pencil beam redefinition algorithm (PBRA) assuming perfect collimation. This study investigates modeling electron scatter into and out the sides of island blocks. METHODS Dose distributions were measured in a water phantom at 7, 13, and 20 MeV for devices having nominal intensity reduction factors of 1.000 (foam only), 0.937, 0.812, and 0.688, corresponding to nominal island block diameters (dnom ) of 0.158, 0.273, and 0.352 cm, respectively. Pencil beam theory derived an effective diameter (dIS ) to account for in-scattered electrons as a function of dnom and beam energy (Ep,0 ). However, for out-scattered electrons, an effective diameter (dmod ) was estimated by best fitting measured data. RESULTS In the modulated region (under island blocks, depth < R90 ), modified PBRA-calculated dose distributions showed 2%/2 mm passing rates for dnom = 0.158, 0.273, and 0.352 cm of (100%, 100%, 100%) at 7 MeV, (100%, 100%, 93.5%) at 13 MeV, and (99.8%, 85.4%, and 71.5%) at 20 MeV. The largest dose differences (≤ 6%) occurred at the highest energy (20 MeV), largest dnom , shallowest depths (≤ 2 cm), and on central axis. CONCLUSIONS An equation for modeling island block scatter, dmod (dnom , Ep,0 ), has been developed for use in the PBRA, insignificantly impacting calculation time. Although inaccuracy sometimes exceeded our 2%/2 mm criteria, it could be clinically acceptable, as superficial dose differences often fall inside the bolus. Also, patient PRIME devices are expected to have fewer large diameter island blocks than did test devices. Inaccuracies are attributed to out-scattered electrons having energy spectra different than the primary beams.
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- Joseph G. Scotto
- Department of Physics and AstronomyLouisiana State UniversityBaton RougeLouisianaUSA
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- Department of Physics and AstronomyLouisiana State UniversityBaton RougeLouisianaUSA,Mary Bird Perkins Cancer CenterBaton RougeLouisianaUSA
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- Department of Physics and AstronomyLouisiana State UniversityBaton RougeLouisianaUSA,Mary Bird Perkins Cancer CenterBaton RougeLouisianaUSA
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- Department of Physics and AstronomyLouisiana State UniversityBaton RougeLouisianaUSA
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- Department of Physics and AstronomyLouisiana State UniversityBaton RougeLouisianaUSA,Mary Bird Perkins Cancer CenterBaton RougeLouisianaUSA
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Dosimetric benefits of 3D-printed modulated electron bolus following lumpectomy and whole-breast radiotherapy for left breast cancer. Med Dosim 2022; 48:37-43. [PMID: 36336582 DOI: 10.1016/j.meddos.2022.10.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2022] [Revised: 10/02/2022] [Accepted: 10/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Radiotherapy with electrons is commonly applied to the tumor bed after whole-breast radiotherapy following breast conservation surgery for breast cancer patients. However, the radiation dose to adjacent organs-at-risk (OARs) and conformity of planning target volume (PTV) cannot be optimized. In this study, we examine the feasibility of using modulated electron bolus (MEB) to improve PTV conformity and reduce the dose to these OARs. Twenty-seven patients with left breast cancer were retrospectively selected in this study. For each patient, a tangential photon plan in RayStation treatment planning system with prescription of 26 Gy in 5 fractions was created as base plan. Two electron plans, one without bolus and one with MEB using Adaptiiv software based on the PTV were created. Various dosimetric parameters of OARs including left lung, heart, left anterior descending artery (LAD) and ribs and the conformity indices of PTV of these 2 electron plans together with the base plans were compared. Statistically significant decreases in the dosimetric parameters (V5Gy, V10Gy, V20Gy, and mean dose) of the ipsilateral left lung and the heart were observed with MEB. The median maximum dose to the LAD and the ribs decreased by 6.2% and 4.5% respectively. The median conformity index was improved by 14.3% with median increases of monitor units by 1.7%. Our results show that MEB is feasible resulting in reduction of doses to the predefined OARs and an improved conformity of PTV. By using 3D printing, MEB might be considered as an alternative to conventional electron boost.
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Bulavskaya A, Cherepennikov Y, Gavrikov B, Grigorieva A, Grigoriev E, Miloichikova I, Stuchebrov S. Applicability of Poly(styrene-butadiene-styrene) for Three-Dimensional Printing of Tissue-Equivalent Samples. 3D PRINTING AND ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING 2022; 9:399-404. [PMID: 36660294 PMCID: PMC9831560 DOI: 10.1089/3dp.2021.0028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Several crucial and impactful three-dimensional (3D) printing applications have been developed within a broad range of fields. Among these, revolutionary changes in health care are highly anticipated. The use of 3D printing in medical applications indicates significant promise in terms of medical device personalization, drug delivery, and economical efficiency. However, despite recent significant advances in medicine inspired by 3D printing, scientific challenges and regulatory subtleties remain. This study considers additive technology application in radiotherapy. One of the main requirements for 3D-printed samples' use in radiotherapy is the tissue equivalence of the sample material. In this study, selected parameters of 3D-printed samples made of poly(styrene-butadiene-styrene) (SBS plastic) are obtained, that is, effective atomic number, mass and electron density, and Hounsfield units. The obtained parameters are compared with corresponding values for human tissue and organs. Experimental results demonstrate the tissue equivalency of the considered samples, which can be used in different applications in medical physics and radiotherapy. The obtained results have significant importance for the development, design, and production of samples for medical applications using 3D printing.
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- Angelina Bulavskaya
- Research School of High-Energy Physics, School of Nuclear Science and Engineering, National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University, Tomsk, Russia
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- Research School of High-Energy Physics, School of Nuclear Science and Engineering, National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University, Tomsk, Russia
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- The 1st Radiological Department, Moscow City Oncological Hospital No. 62, Istra, Russian Federation
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- Research School of High-Energy Physics, School of Nuclear Science and Engineering, National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University, Tomsk, Russia
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- Radiotherapy Department, Cancer Research Institute of Tomsk NRMC, Tomsk, Russia
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- Research School of High-Energy Physics, School of Nuclear Science and Engineering, National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University, Tomsk, Russia
- Radiotherapy Department, Cancer Research Institute of Tomsk NRMC, Tomsk, Russia
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- Research School of High-Energy Physics, School of Nuclear Science and Engineering, National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University, Tomsk, Russia
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Robar JL, Kammerzell B, Hulick K, Kaiser P, Young C, Verzwyvelt V, Cheng X, Shepherd M, Orbovic R, Fedullo S, Majcher C, DiMarco S, Stasiak J. Novel multi jet fusion 3D-printed patient immobilization for radiation therapy. J Appl Clin Med Phys 2022; 23:e13773. [PMID: 36052990 DOI: 10.1002/acm2.13773] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2021] [Revised: 07/25/2022] [Accepted: 08/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Thermoplastic immobilizers are used routinely in radiation therapy to achieve positioning accuracy. These devices are variable in quality as they are dependent on the skill of the human fabricator. We examine the potential multi jet fusion (MJF) 3D printing for the production immobilizers with a focus on the surface dosimetry of several MJF-printed PA12-based material candidates. Materials are compared with the goal of minimizing surface dose with comparison to standard thermoplastic. We introduce a novel metamaterial design for the shell of the immobilizer, with the aims of mechanical robustness and low-dose buildup. We demonstrate first examples of adult and pediatric cranial and head-and-neck immobilizers. METHODS Three different PA12 materials were examined and compared to fused deposition modeling-printed polylactic acid (PLA), PLA with density lowered by adding hollow glass microspheres, and to perforated or perforated/stretched and solid status quo thermoplastic samples. Build-up dose measurements were made using a parallel plate chamber. A metamaterial design was established based on a packed hexagonal geometry. Radiochromic film dosimetry was performed to determine the dependence of surface dose on the metamaterial design. Full cranial and head-and-neck prototype immobilizers were designed, printed, and assessed with regard to dimensional accuracy. RESULTS Build-up dose measurements demonstrated the superiority of the PA12 material with a light fusing agent, which yielded a ∼15% dose reduction compared to other MJF materials. Metamaterial samples provided dose reductions ranging from 11% to 40% compared to stretched thermoplastic. MJF-printed immobilizers were produced reliably, demonstrated the versatility of digital design, and showed dimensional accuracy with 97% of sampled points within ±2 mm. CONCLUSIONS MJF is a promising technology for an automated fabrication of patient immobilizers. Material selection and metamaterial design can be leveraged to yield surface dose reduction of up to 40%. Immobilizer design is highly customizable, and the first examples of MJF-printed immobilizers demonstrate excellent dimensional accuracy.
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- James L Robar
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.,Nova Scotia Health, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.,Adaptiiv Medical Technologies, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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- HP, Vancouver, Washington, USA.,HP, Corvallis, Oregon, USA
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- HP, Vancouver, Washington, USA.,HP, Corvallis, Oregon, USA
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- HP, Vancouver, Washington, USA.,HP, Corvallis, Oregon, USA
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- HP, Vancouver, Washington, USA.,HP, Corvallis, Oregon, USA
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- Adaptiiv Medical Technologies, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Wang X, Zhao J, Xiang Z, Wang X, Zeng Y, Luo T, Yan X, Zhang Z, Wang F, Liu L. 3D-printed bolus ensures the precise postmastectomy chest wall radiation therapy for breast cancer. Front Oncol 2022; 12:964455. [PMID: 36119487 PMCID: PMC9478602 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2022.964455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Purpose To investigate the values of a 3D-printed bolus ensuring the precise postmastectomy chest wall radiation therapy for breast cancer. Methods and materials In the preclinical study on the anthropomorphic phantom, the 3D-printed bolus was used for dosimetry and fitness evaluation. The dosimetric parameters of planning target volume (PTV) were assessed, including Dmin, Dmax, Dmean, D95%, homogeneity index (HI), conformity index (CI), and organs at risk (OARs). The absolute percentage differences (|%diff|) between the theory and fact skin dose were also estimated, and the follow-up was conducted for potential skin side effects. Results In preclinical studies, a 3D-printed bolus can better ensure the radiation coverage of PTV (HI 0.05, CI 99.91%), the dose accuracy (|%diff| 0.99%), and skin fitness (mean air gap 1.01 mm). Of the 27 eligible patients, we evaluated the radiation dose parameter (median(min–max): Dmin 4967(4789–5099) cGy, Dmax 5447(5369–5589) cGy, Dmean 5236(5171–5323) cGy, D95% 5053(4936–5156) cGy, HI 0.07 (0.06–0.17), and CI 99.94% (97.41%–100%)) and assessed the dose of OARs (ipsilateral lung: Dmean 1341(1208–1385) cGy, V5 48.06%(39.75%–48.97%), V20 24.55%(21.58%–26.93%), V30 18.40%(15.96%–19.16%); heart: Dmean 339(138–640) cGy, V30 1.10%(0%–6.14%), V40 0.38%(0%–4.39%); spinal cord PRV: Dmax 639(389–898) cGy). The skin doses in vivo were Dtheory 208.85(203.16–212.53) cGy, Dfact 209.53(204.14–214.42) cGy, and |%diff| 1.77% (0.89–2.94%). Of the 360 patients enrolled in the skin side effect follow-up study (including the above 27 patients), grade 1 was the most common toxicity (321, 89.2%), some of which progressing to grade 2 or grade 3 (32, 8.9% or 7, 1.9%); the radiotherapy interruption rate was 1.1%. Conclusion A 3D-printed bolus can guarantee the precise radiation dose on skin surface, good fitness to skin, and controllable acute skin toxicity, which possesses a great clinical application value in postmastectomy chest call radiation therapy for breast cancer.
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- Xiran Wang
- Department of Head and Neck and Mammary Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Radiotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck and Mammary Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Radiotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck and Mammary Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck and Mammary Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Clinical Research Center for Breast, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck and Mammary Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Clinical Research Center for Breast, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck and Mammary Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Clinical Research Center for Breast, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck and Mammary Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- Clinical Research Center for Breast, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
- *Correspondence: Lei Liu,
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Minnema J, Ernst A, van Eijnatten M, Pauwels R, Forouzanfar T, Batenburg KJ, Wolff J. A review on the application of deep learning for CT reconstruction, bone segmentation and surgical planning in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Dentomaxillofac Radiol 2022; 51:20210437. [PMID: 35532946 PMCID: PMC9522976 DOI: 10.1259/dmfr.20210437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2021] [Revised: 04/21/2022] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Computer-assisted surgery (CAS) allows clinicians to personalize treatments and surgical interventions and has therefore become an increasingly popular treatment modality in maxillofacial surgery. The current maxillofacial CAS consists of three main steps: (1) CT image reconstruction, (2) bone segmentation, and (3) surgical planning. However, each of these three steps can introduce errors that can heavily affect the treatment outcome. As a consequence, tedious and time-consuming manual post-processing is often necessary to ensure that each step is performed adequately. One way to overcome this issue is by developing and implementing neural networks (NNs) within the maxillofacial CAS workflow. These learning algorithms can be trained to perform specific tasks without the need for explicitly defined rules. In recent years, an extremely large number of novel NN approaches have been proposed for a wide variety of applications, which makes it a difficult task to keep up with all relevant developments. This study therefore aimed to summarize and review all relevant NN approaches applied for CT image reconstruction, bone segmentation, and surgical planning. After full text screening, 76 publications were identified: 32 focusing on CT image reconstruction, 33 focusing on bone segmentation and 11 focusing on surgical planning. Generally, convolutional NNs were most widely used in the identified studies, although the multilayer perceptron was most commonly applied in surgical planning tasks. Moreover, the drawbacks of current approaches and promising research avenues are discussed.
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- Jordi Minnema
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Pathology, Amsterdam UMC and Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, 3D Innovationlab, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Institute for Medical Systems Biology, University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Pathology, Amsterdam UMC and Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, 3D Innovationlab, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Pathology, Amsterdam UMC and Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, 3D Innovationlab, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Pathology, Amsterdam UMC and Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, 3D Innovationlab, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Dentistry and Oral Health, Aarhus University, Vennelyst Boulevard, Aarhus, Denmark
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Pollmann S, Toussaint A, Flentje M, Wegener S, Lewitzki V. Dosimetric Evaluation of Commercially Available Flat vs. Self-Produced 3D-Conformal Silicone Boluses for the Head and Neck Region. Front Oncol 2022; 12:881439. [PMID: 36033533 PMCID: PMC9399510 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2022.881439] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2022] [Accepted: 06/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background Boluses are routinely used in radiotherapy to modify surface doses. Nevertheless, considerable dose discrepancies may occur in some cases due to fit inaccuracy of commercially available standard flat boluses. Moreover, due to the simple geometric design of conventional boluses, also surrounding healthy skin areas may be unintentionally covered, resulting in the unwanted dose buildup. With the fused deposition modeling (FDM) technique, there is a simple and possibly cost-effective way to solve these problems in routine clinical practice. This paper presents a procedure of self-manufacturing bespoke patient-specific silicone boluses and the evaluation of buildup and fit accuracy in comparison to standard rectangular commercially available silicone boluses. Methods 3D-conformal silicone boluses were custom-built to cover the surgical scar region of 25 patients who received adjuvant radiotherapy of head and neck cancer at the University Hospital Würzburg. During a standard CT-based planning procedure, a 5-mm-thick 3D bolus contour was generated to cover the radiopaque marked surgical scar with an additional safety margin. From these digital contours, molds were 3D printed and poured with silicone. Dose measurements for both types of boluses were performed with radiochromic films (EBT3) at three points per patient—at least one aimed to be in the high-dose area (scar) and one in the lower-dose area (spared healthy skin). Surface–bolus distance, which ideally should not be present, was determined from cone-beam CT performed for positioning control. The dosimetric influence of surface–bolus distance was also determined on slab phantom for different field sizes. The trial was performed with hardware that may be routinely available in every radiotherapy department, with the exception of the 3D printer. The required number of patients was determined based on the results of preparatory measurements with the help of the statistical consultancy of the University of Würzburg. The number of measuring points represents the total number of patients. Results In the high-dose area of the scar, there was a significantly better intended dose buildup of 2.45% (95%CI 0.0014–0.0477, p = 0.038, N = 30) in favor of a 3D-conformal bolus. Median distances between the body surface and bolus differed significantly between 3D-conformal and commercially available boluses (3.5 vs. 7.9 mm, p = 0.001). The surface dose at the slab phantom did not differ between commercially available and 3D-conformal boluses. Increasing the surface–bolus distance from 5 to 10 mm decreased the surface dose by approximately 2% and 11% in the 6 × 6- and 3 × 3-cm2 fields, respectively. In comparison to the commercially available bolus, an unintended dose buildup in the healthy skin areas was reduced by 25.9% (95%CI 19.5–32.3, p < 0.01, N = 37) using the 3D-conformal bolus limited to the region surrounding the surgical scar. Conclusions Using 3D-conformal boluses allows a comparison to the commercially available boluses’ dose buildup in the covered areas. Smaller field size is prone to a larger surface–bolus distance effect. Higher conformity of 3D-conformal boluses reduces this effect. This may be especially relevant for volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) and intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) techniques with a huge number of smaller fields. High conformity of 3D-conformal boluses reduces an unintended dose buildup in healthy skin. The limiting factor in the conformity of 3D-conformal boluses in our setting was the immobilization mask, which was produced primarily for the 3D boluses. The mask itself limited tight contact of subsequently produced 3D-conformal boluses to the mask-covered body areas. In this respect, bolus adjustment before mask fabrication will be done in the future setting.
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Crowe S, Luscombe J, Maxwell S, Simpson‐Page E, Poroa T, Wilks R, Li W, Cleland S, Chan P, Lin C, Kairn T. Evaluation of optical 3D scanning system for radiotherapy use. J Med Radiat Sci 2022; 69:218-226. [PMID: 34877819 PMCID: PMC9163482 DOI: 10.1002/jmrs.562] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2021] [Revised: 11/12/2021] [Accepted: 11/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Optical three-dimensional scanning devices can produce geometrically accurate, high-resolution models of patients suitable for clinical use. This article describes the use of a metrology-grade structured light scanner for the design and production of radiotherapy medical devices and synthetic water-equivalent computer tomography images. METHODS Following commissioning of the device by scanning objects of known properties, 173 scans were performed on 26 volunteers, with observations of subjects and operators collected. RESULTS The fit of devices produced using these scans was assessed, and a workflow for the design of complex devices using a treatment planning system was identified. CONCLUSIONS Recommendations are provided on the use of the device within a radiation oncology department.
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- Scott Crowe
- Cancer Care ServicesRoyal Brisbane and Women’s HospitalHerstonQueenslandAustralia
- Herston Biofabrication InstituteMetro North Hospital and Health ServiceHerstonQueenslandAustralia
- School of Information Technology and Electrical EngineeringUniversity of QueenslandSt. LuciaQueenslandAustralia
- School of Chemistry and PhysicsQueensland University of TechnologyBrisbaneQueenslandAustralia
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- Cancer Care ServicesRoyal Brisbane and Women’s HospitalHerstonQueenslandAustralia
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- Cancer Care ServicesRoyal Brisbane and Women’s HospitalHerstonQueenslandAustralia
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- Cancer Care ServicesRoyal Brisbane and Women’s HospitalHerstonQueenslandAustralia
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- Cancer Care ServicesRoyal Brisbane and Women’s HospitalHerstonQueenslandAustralia
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- Cancer Care ServicesRoyal Brisbane and Women’s HospitalHerstonQueenslandAustralia
- Herston Biofabrication InstituteMetro North Hospital and Health ServiceHerstonQueenslandAustralia
- School of Information Technology and Electrical EngineeringUniversity of QueenslandSt. LuciaQueenslandAustralia
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- School of Information Technology and Electrical EngineeringUniversity of QueenslandSt. LuciaQueenslandAustralia
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- Radiation Oncology Princess Alexandra Raymond TerraceSouth BrisbaneQueenslandAustralia
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- Cancer Care ServicesRoyal Brisbane and Women’s HospitalHerstonQueenslandAustralia
- School of MedicineUniversity of QueenslandSt. LuciaQueenslandAustralia
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- Cancer Care ServicesRoyal Brisbane and Women’s HospitalHerstonQueenslandAustralia
- School of MedicineUniversity of QueenslandSt. LuciaQueenslandAustralia
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- Cancer Care ServicesRoyal Brisbane and Women’s HospitalHerstonQueenslandAustralia
- Herston Biofabrication InstituteMetro North Hospital and Health ServiceHerstonQueenslandAustralia
- School of Information Technology and Electrical EngineeringUniversity of QueenslandSt. LuciaQueenslandAustralia
- School of Chemistry and PhysicsQueensland University of TechnologyBrisbaneQueenslandAustralia
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Hwang NH, Chang JH, Lee NK, Yang KS. Effect of the biologically effective dose of electron beam radiation therapy on recurrence rate after keloid excision: A meta-analysis. Radiother Oncol 2022; 173:146-153. [DOI: 10.1016/j.radonc.2022.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2022] [Revised: 05/29/2022] [Accepted: 06/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Brown K, Kupfer T, Harris B, Penso S, Khor R, Moseshvili E. Not all 3D-printed bolus is created equal: Variation between 3D-printed polylactic acid (PLA) bolus samples sourced from external manufacturers. J Med Radiat Sci 2022; 69:348-356. [PMID: 35506369 PMCID: PMC9442296 DOI: 10.1002/jmrs.591] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2021] [Revised: 04/12/2022] [Accepted: 04/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Polylactic acid (PLA) is a promising material for customised bolus 3D-printing in radiotherapy, however variations in printing techniques between external manufacturers could increase treatment uncertainties. This study aimed to assess consistency across various 3D-printed PLA samples from different manufacturers. METHODS Sample prints of dimensions 5 × 5 × 1 cm with 100% infill were acquired from multiple commercial 3D-printing services. All samples were CT scanned to determine average Hounsfield unit (HU) values and physical densities. The coefficient of equivalent thickness (CET) was obtained for both photons and electrons and dose attenuation compared to TPS calculations in Elekta Monaco v5.11. RESULTS Some samples showed warped edges up to 1.5 mm and extensive internal radiological defects only detectable with CT scanning. Physical densities ranged from 1.06 to 1.22 g cm-3 and HU values ranged from -5.1 to 221.0 HU. Measured CET values varied from 0.95 to 1.17 and TPS dose calculations were consistent with the variation in CET. Electron R50 and R90 shifted by up to 2 mm for every 1 cm of printed bolus, a clinically significant finding. Photon surface dose varied by up to 3%, while depth doses were within 1%. CONCLUSIONS 3D-printed PLA can have considerable variability in density, HU and CET values between samples and manufacturers. Centres looking to outsource 3D-printed bolus would benefit from clear, open communication with manufacturers and undertake stringent QA examination prior to implementation into the clinical environment.
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- Kerryn Brown
- Department of Radiation Oncology, ONJ Centre, Austin Hospital, Heidelberg, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, ONJ Centre, Austin Hospital, Heidelberg, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, ONJ Centre, Austin Hospital, Heidelberg, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, ONJ Centre, Austin Hospital, Heidelberg, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, ONJ Centre, Austin Hospital, Heidelberg, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, ONJ Centre, Austin Hospital, Heidelberg, Australia.,Department of Radiation Oncology, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Australia.,Department of Radiation Oncology, GenesisCare, Shepparton, Australia
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Terro K, Sharrouf L, El Cheikh J. Progress of Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation and Radiotherapy in the Treatment of Extranodal NK/T Cell Lymphoma. Front Oncol 2022; 12:832428. [PMID: 35252002 PMCID: PMC8888904 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2022.832428] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2021] [Accepted: 01/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Extranodal Natural Killer/T-cell lymphoma (ENKTL) is an extremely rare type of lymphoma which is highly lethal. It mainly affects the midline area unfolding as a necrotic granulomatous and extremely disfiguring lesion. There are two subtypes of (NKTL); the most common one is nasal which appears in the nasal cavity including the nasopharynx, oropharynx, parts of the aero digestive tract and Waldeyer’s ring. While the other rarer subtype, appears in sites like the skin, testis, gastrointestinal tract, salivary glands and muscle. ENKTL is popular for the expression of multidrug resistance-associated P-glycoprotein, which not only plays the main role at exporting many antitumor agents outside tumor cells, but also makes the disease hard to treat. It is commonly associated with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection and commonly occurs in Asian populations. However, there is no single unified consensus yet as to what is the standardized treatment for ENKTL. Radiotherapy alone treatment, has been considered as a first-line therapy for localized ENKTL, which later on was found to be insufficient for improving survival rates. Thus, the combination of chemotherapy and radiotherapy has been recommended as a therapeutic modality for localized ENKTL. Several combination modalities of radiotherapy and chemotherapy have been advised in clinical practice including concurrent, sequential and sandwich chemo radiotherapy. For the best treatment outcome, only patients with localized nasal ENKTL and low risk of treatment failure are eligible for radiotherapy. Both radiotherapy and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) have been used as treatment modalities in ENKTL patients. Upfront HSCT was performed for ENKTL, but it was associated with a very poor prognosis even for the limited-stage disease. The evidence supporting the use of HSCT to treat ENKTL was derived from the results of a series of phase 1 and 2 trials along with retrospective studies. The end result was a unified consensus that consolidative HSCT is not necessary in patients with newly diagnosed localized ENKTL who achieved complete response after treatment with any of the modern chemo radiotherapy regimens. Hence, HSCT is solely advised for advanced and relapsed NKTL. The main debate remains over which HSCT is the most suitable for patients with newly diagnosed advanced NKTL and relapsed NKTL.
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- Khodr Terro
- Hematology-Oncology Division, Naef K. Basile Institiute-NKBCI, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Hematology-Oncology Division, Naef K. Basile Institiute-NKBCI, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Hematology-Oncology Division, Naef K. Basile Institiute-NKBCI, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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Computed tomography tissue equivalence of 3D printing materials. Radiography (Lond) 2022; 28:788-792. [DOI: 10.1016/j.radi.2022.02.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2021] [Revised: 02/14/2022] [Accepted: 02/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Malone C, Gill E, Lott T, Rogerson C, Keogh S, Mousli M, Carroll D, Kelly C, Gaffney J, McClean B. Evaluation of the quality of fit of flexible bolus material created using 3D printing technology. J Appl Clin Med Phys 2022; 23:e13490. [PMID: 35048501 PMCID: PMC8906215 DOI: 10.1002/acm2.13490] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2021] [Revised: 10/12/2021] [Accepted: 11/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Aims Materials and methods Results Conclusion
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- Ciaran Malone
- St. Luke's Radiation Oncology Network Dublin, Ireland
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- St. Luke's Radiation Oncology Network Dublin, Ireland
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- St. Luke's Radiation Oncology Network Dublin, Ireland
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- St. Luke's Radiation Oncology Network Dublin, Ireland
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- St. Luke's Radiation Oncology Network Dublin, Ireland
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- St. Luke's Radiation Oncology Network Dublin, Ireland
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Halloran A, Newhauser W, Chu C, Donahue W. Personalized 3D-printed anthropomorphic phantoms for dosimetry in charged particle fields. Phys Med Biol 2021; 66. [PMID: 34654002 DOI: 10.1088/1361-6560/ac3047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2021] [Accepted: 10/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Anthropomorphic phantoms used for radiation dose measurements are designed to mimic human tissue in shape, size, and tissue composition. Reference phantoms are widely available and are sufficiently similar to many, but not all, human subjects. 3D printing has the potential to overcome some of these shortcomings by enabling rapid fabrication of personalized phantoms for individual human subjects based on radiographic imaging data.Objective. The objective of this study was to test the efficacy of personalized 3D printed phantoms for charged particle therapy. To accomplish this, we measured dose distributions from 6 to 20 MeV electron beams, incident on printed and molded slices of phantoms.Approach. Specifically, we determined the radiological properties of 3D printed phantoms, including beam penetration range. Additionally, we designed and printed a personalized head phantom to compare results obtained with a commercial, reference head phantom for quality assurance of therapeutic electron beam dose calculations.Main Results. For regions of soft tissue, gamma index analyses revealed a 3D printed slice was able to adequately model the same electron beam penetration ranges as the molded reference slice. The printed, personalized phantom provided superior dosimetric accuracy compared to the molded reference phantom for electron beam dose calculations at all electron beam energies. However, current limitations in the ability to print high-density structures, such as bone, limited pass rates of 60% or better at 16 and 20 MeV electron beam energies.Significance. This study showed that creating personalized phantoms using 3D printing techniques is a feasible way to substantially improve the accuracy of dose measurements of therapeutic electron beams, but further improvements in printing techniques are necessary in order to increase the printable density in phantoms.
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- Andrew Halloran
- Department of Physics and Astronomy, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States of America
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- Department of Physics and Astronomy, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States of America.,Department of Radiation Physics, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States of America
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- Department of Radiation Physics, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States of America
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- Department of Physics and Astronomy, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States of America
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Hilliard EN, Carver RL, Chambers EL, Kavanaugh JA, Erhart KJ, McGuffey AS, Hogstrom KR. Planning and delivery of intensity modulated bolus electron conformal therapy. J Appl Clin Med Phys 2021; 22:8-21. [PMID: 34558774 PMCID: PMC8504596 DOI: 10.1002/acm2.13386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2020] [Revised: 11/30/2020] [Accepted: 06/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Bolus electron conformal therapy (BECT) is a clinically useful, well-documented, and available technology. The addition of intensity modulation (IM) to BECT reduces volumes of high dose and dose spread in the planning target volume (PTV). This paper demonstrates new techniques for a process that should be suitable for planning and delivering IM-BECT using passive radiotherapy intensity modulation for electrons (PRIME) devices. METHODS The IM-BECT planning and delivery process is an addition to the BECT process that includes intensity modulator design, fabrication, and quality assurance. The intensity modulator (PRIME device) is a hexagonal matrix of small island blocks (tungsten pins of varying diameter) placed inside the patient beam-defining collimator (cutout). Its design process determines a desirable intensity-modulated electron beam during the planning process, then determines the island block configuration to deliver that intensity distribution (segmentation). The intensity modulator is fabricated and quality assurance performed at the factory (.decimal, LLC, Sanford, FL). Clinical quality assurance consists of measuring a fluence distribution in a plane perpendicular to the beam in a water or water-equivalent phantom. This IM-BECT process is described and demonstrated for two sites, postmastectomy chest wall and temple. Dose plans, intensity distributions, fabricated intensity modulators, and quality assurance results are presented. RESULTS IM-BECT plans showed improved D90-10 over BECT plans, 6.4% versus 7.3% and 8.4% versus 11.0% for the postmastectomy chest wall and temple, respectively. Their intensity modulators utilized 61 (single diameter) and 246 (five diameters) tungsten pins, respectively. Dose comparisons for clinical quality assurance showed that for doses greater than 10%, measured agreed with calculated dose within 3% or 0.3 cm distance-to-agreement (DTA) for 99.9% and 100% of points, respectively. CONCLUSION These results demonstrated the feasibility of translating IM-BECT to the clinic using the techniques presented for treatment planning, intensity modulator design and fabrication, and quality assurance processes.
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- Elizabeth N. Hilliard
- Department of Physics and AstronomyLouisiana State UniversityBaton RougeLouisianaUSA
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- Department of Physics and AstronomyLouisiana State UniversityBaton RougeLouisianaUSA
- Mary Bird Perkins Cancer CenterBaton RougeLouisianaUSA
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- Department of Physics and AstronomyLouisiana State UniversityBaton RougeLouisianaUSA
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- Department of Radiation OncologyWashington University School of MedicineSaint LouisMissouriUSA
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- Department of Physics and AstronomyLouisiana State UniversityBaton RougeLouisianaUSA
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- Department of Physics and AstronomyLouisiana State UniversityBaton RougeLouisianaUSA
- Mary Bird Perkins Cancer CenterBaton RougeLouisianaUSA
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Kairn T, Talkhani S, Charles PH, Chua B, Lin CY, Livingstone AG, Maxwell SK, Poroa T, Simpson-Page E, Spelleken E, Vo M, Crowe SB. Determining tolerance levels for quality assurance of 3D printed bolus for modulated arc radiotherapy of the nose. Phys Eng Sci Med 2021; 44:1187-1199. [PMID: 34529247 DOI: 10.1007/s13246-021-01054-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2021] [Accepted: 08/31/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Given the existing literature on the subject, there is obviously a need for specific advice on quality assurance (QA) tolerances for departments using or implementing 3D printed bolus for radiotherapy treatments. With a view to providing initial suggested QA tolerances for 3D printed bolus, this study evaluated the dosimetric effects of changes in bolus geometry and density, for a particularly common and challenging clinical situation: specifically, volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) treatment of the nose. Film-based dose verification measurements demonstrated that both the AAA and the AXB algorithms used by the Varian Eclipse treatment planning system (Varian Medical Systems, Palo Alto, USA) were capable of providing sufficiently accurate dose calculations to allow this planning system to be used to evaluate the effects of bolus errors on dose distributions from VMAT treatments of the nose. Thereafter, the AAA and AXB algorithms were used to calculate the dosimetric effects of applying a range of simulated errors to the design of a virtual bolus, to identify QA tolerances that could be used to avoid clinically significant effects from common printing errors. Results were generally consistent, whether the treatment target was superficial and treated with counter-rotating coplanar arcs or more-penetrating and treated with noncoplanar arcs, and whether the dose was calculated using the AAA algorithm or the AXB algorithm. The results of this study suggest the following QA tolerances are advisable, when 3D printed bolus is fabricated for use in photon VMAT treatments of the nose: bolus relative electron density variation within [Formula: see text] (although an action level at [Formula: see text] may be permissible); bolus thickness variation within [Formula: see text] mm (or 0.5 mm variation on opposite sides); and air gap between bolus and skin [Formula: see text] mm. These tolerances should be investigated for validity with respect to other treatment modalities and anatomical sites. This study provides a set of baselines for future comparisons and a useful method for identifying additional or alternative 3D printed bolus QA tolerances.
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- T Kairn
- Cancer Care Services, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia. .,Herston Biofabrication Institute, Metro North Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, QLD, Australia. .,School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia. .,School of Chemistry and Physics, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.
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- School of Chemistry and Physics, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Herston Biofabrication Institute, Metro North Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.,School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.,School of Chemistry and Physics, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Cancer Care Services, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.,Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Cancer Care Services, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.,Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Cancer Care Services, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Cancer Care Services, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Cancer Care Services, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Cancer Care Services, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- GenesisCare Rockhampton, Rockhampton Hospital, Rockhampton, QLD, Australia
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- Cancer Care Services, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Cancer Care Services, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.,Herston Biofabrication Institute, Metro North Hospital and Health Service, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.,School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.,School of Chemistry and Physics, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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Pera O, Membrive I, Lambisto D, Quera J, Fernandez-Velilla E, Foro P, Reig A, Rodríguez N, Sanz J, Algara V, Algara M. Validation of 3D printing materials for high dose-rate brachytherapy using ionisation chamber and custom phantom. Phys Med Biol 2021; 66. [PMID: 34464938 DOI: 10.1088/1361-6560/ac226b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2021] [Accepted: 08/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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Methods.Measurements were taken with the Exradin A20 (Standard Imaging) ionisation chamber, and the 'homemade' MARM phantom was made with the 3D Ultimaker 2+ printer using PLA material. The material used for validation was ABS Medical from Smart Materials 3D. The irradiation was undertaken with a192Ir source by means of Varian's GammaMed Plus iX HDR equipment. EBT3 films were used to run additional tests. We compared different measurements for PLA, ABS Medical, and water. Additional validation methods, described in the bibliography, were also compared.Results.The measurements with the ionisation chamber that we obtained using the MARM phantom with PLA and ABS within the clinically relevant range (0.5-1.5 cm) differ with respect to the measures in the water reference, by 2.3% and 0.94%, respectively.Discussion.The literature describes highly heterogeneous validation methods, complicating the performance of systematic reviews and comparisons between materials. Thus, creating a phantom represents a single effort that will quickly pay off. This system enables comparisons, ensuring that geometric conditions remain stable-something that is not always possible with radiochromic films. The use of a calibrated ionisation chamber in the corresponding energy range, combined with the 'homemade' MARM phantom applied according to the proposed methodology, allows a differentiation between the attenuation of the material itself and the drop in the dose due to distance.Conclusion.The validation method for 3D printing materials, using an ionisation chamber and the MARM PLA phantom, represents an accessible, standardisable solution for manufacturing brachytherapy applicators.
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- Oscar Pera
- Radiation Oncology Department, Hospital del Mar, Parc de Salut Mar, Passeig Marítim 25 E-08003 Barcelona, Spain.,Institut Hospital del Mar d'Investigacions Mèdiques. Barcelona, Spain.,Pompeu Fabra University. Barcelona, Spain
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- Radiation Oncology Department, Hospital del Mar, Parc de Salut Mar, Passeig Marítim 25 E-08003 Barcelona, Spain.,Institut Hospital del Mar d'Investigacions Mèdiques. Barcelona, Spain
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- Medical Physics and Radiation Protection, Institut Català d'Oncologia Girona, Spain Hospital Josep Trueta. Sant Ponç, Avinguda de França 0, E-17007 Girona, Spain
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- Radiation Oncology Department, Hospital del Mar, Parc de Salut Mar, Passeig Marítim 25 E-08003 Barcelona, Spain.,Institut Hospital del Mar d'Investigacions Mèdiques. Barcelona, Spain.,Pompeu Fabra University. Barcelona, Spain
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- Radiation Oncology Department, Hospital del Mar, Parc de Salut Mar, Passeig Marítim 25 E-08003 Barcelona, Spain.,Institut Hospital del Mar d'Investigacions Mèdiques. Barcelona, Spain
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- Radiation Oncology Department, Hospital del Mar, Parc de Salut Mar, Passeig Marítim 25 E-08003 Barcelona, Spain.,Institut Hospital del Mar d'Investigacions Mèdiques. Barcelona, Spain.,Pompeu Fabra University. Barcelona, Spain
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- Radiation Oncology Department, Hospital del Mar, Parc de Salut Mar, Passeig Marítim 25 E-08003 Barcelona, Spain.,Institut Hospital del Mar d'Investigacions Mèdiques. Barcelona, Spain
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- Radiation Oncology Department, Hospital del Mar, Parc de Salut Mar, Passeig Marítim 25 E-08003 Barcelona, Spain.,Institut Hospital del Mar d'Investigacions Mèdiques. Barcelona, Spain.,Pompeu Fabra University. Barcelona, Spain
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- Radiation Oncology Department, Hospital del Mar, Parc de Salut Mar, Passeig Marítim 25 E-08003 Barcelona, Spain.,Institut Hospital del Mar d'Investigacions Mèdiques. Barcelona, Spain.,Pompeu Fabra University. Barcelona, Spain
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- Radiation Oncology Department, Hospital del Mar, Parc de Salut Mar, Passeig Marítim 25 E-08003 Barcelona, Spain.,Institut Hospital del Mar d'Investigacions Mèdiques. Barcelona, Spain.,Autonomous University of Barcelona, Spain
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Douglass MJJ, Keal JA. DeepWL: Robust EPID based Winston-Lutz analysis using deep learning, synthetic image generation and optical path-tracing. Phys Med 2021; 89:306-316. [PMID: 34492498 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejmp.2021.08.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2021] [Revised: 08/03/2021] [Accepted: 08/27/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Radiation therapy requires clinical linear accelerators to be mechanically and dosimetrically calibrated to a high standard. One important quality assurance test is the Winston-Lutz test which localises the radiation isocentre of the linac. In the current work we demonstrate a novel method of analysing EPID based Winston-Lutz QA images using a deep learning model trained only on synthetic image data. In addition, we propose a novel method of generating the synthetic WL images and associated 'ground-truth' masks using an optical path-tracing engine to 'fake' mega-voltage EPID images. The model called DeepWL was trained on 1500 synthetic WL images using data augmentation techniques for 180 epochs. The model was built using Keras with a TensorFlow backend on an Intel Core i5-6500T CPU and trained in approximately 15 h. DeepWL was shown to produce ball bearing and multi-leaf collimator field segmentations with a mean dice coefficient of 0.964 and 0.994 respectively on previously unseen synthetic testing data. When DeepWL was applied to WL data measured on an EPID, the predicted mean displacements were shown to be statistically similar to the Canny Edge detection method. However, the DeepWL predictions for the ball bearing locations were shown to correlate better with manual annotations compared with the Canny edge detection algorithm. DeepWL was demonstrated to analyse Winston-Lutz images with an accuracy suitable for routine linac quality assurance with some statistical evidence that it may outperform Canny Edge detection methods in terms of segmentation robustness and the resultant displacement predictions.
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- Michael John James Douglass
- School of Physical Sciences, University of Adelaide, Adelaide 5005, South Australia, Australia; Department of Medical Physics, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide 5000, South Australia, Australia.
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- School of Physical Sciences, University of Adelaide, Adelaide 5005, South Australia, Australia
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Wang X, Wang X, Xiang Z, Zeng Y, Liu F, Shao B, He T, Ma J, Yu S, Liu L. The Clinical Application of 3D-Printed Boluses in Superficial Tumor Radiotherapy. Front Oncol 2021; 11:698773. [PMID: 34490095 PMCID: PMC8416990 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2021.698773] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2021] [Accepted: 06/23/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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During the procedure of radiotherapy for superficial tumors, the key to treatment is to ensure that the skin surface receives an adequate radiation dose. However, due to the presence of the built-up effect of high-energy rays, equivalent tissue compensators (boluses) with appropriate thickness should be placed on the skin surface to increase the target radiation dose. Traditional boluses do not usually fit the skin perfectly. Wet gauze is variable in thickness day to day which results in air gaps between the skin and the bolus. These unwanted but avoidable air gaps lead to a decrease of the radiation dose in the target area and can have a poor effect on the outcome. Three-dimensional (3D) printing, a new rising technology named “additive manufacturing” (AM), could create physical models with specific shapes from digital information by using special materials. It has been favored in many fields because of its advantages, including less waste, low-cost, and individualized design. It is not an exception in the field of radiotherapy, personalized boluses made through 3D printing technology also make up for a number of shortcomings of the traditional commercial bolus. Therefore, an increasing number of researchers have tried to use 3D-printed boluses for clinical applications rather than commercial boluses. Here, we review the 3D-printed bolus’s material selection and production process, its clinical applications, and potential radioactive dermatitis. Finally, we discuss some of the challenges that still need to be addressed with the 3D-printed boluses.
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- Xiran Wang
- Department of Head and Neck Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Radiotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Head and Neck Oncology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Breitkreutz DY, Skinner L, Lo S, Yu A. Nontoxic electron collimators. J Appl Clin Med Phys 2021; 22:73-81. [PMID: 34480841 PMCID: PMC8504586 DOI: 10.1002/acm2.13398] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2021] [Revised: 06/16/2021] [Accepted: 07/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Purpose The goal of this work was to develop and test nontoxic electron collimation technologies for clinical use. Methods Two novel technologies were investigated: tungsten‐silicone composite and 3D printed electron cutouts. Transmission, dose uniformity, and profiles were measured for the tungsten‐silicone. Surface dose, relative dose output, and field size were measured for the 3D printed cutouts and compared with the standard cerrobend cutouts in current clinical use. Quality assurance tests including mass measurements, Megavoltage (MV) imaging, and drop testing were developed for the 3D printed cutouts as a guide to safe clinical implementation. Results Dose profiles of the flexible tungsten‐silicone skin shields had an 80–20 penumbra values of 2–3 mm compared to 7–8 mm for cerrobend. In MV transmission image measurements of the tungsten‐silicone, 80% of the pixels had a transmission value within 2% of the mean. An ∼90% reduction in electron intensity was measured for 6 MeV and a 6.4 mm thickness of tungsten‐silicone and 12.7 mm thickness for 16 MeV. The maximum difference in 3D printed cutout versus cerrobend output, surface dose, and full width at half‐maximum (FWHM) was 1.7%, 1.2%, and 1.5%, respectively, for the 10 cm × 10 cm cutouts. Conclusions Both flexible tungsten‐silicone and 3D printed cutouts were found to be feasible for clinical use. The flexible tungsten‐silicone was of adequate density, flexibility, and uniformity to serve as skin shields for electron therapy. The 3D printed cutouts were dosimetrically equivalent to standard cerrobend cutouts and were robust enough for handling in the clinical environment.
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, Stanford, California, USA
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McCallum S, Maresse S, Fearns P. Evaluating 3D-printed Bolus Compared to Conventional Bolus Types Used in External Beam Radiation Therapy. Curr Med Imaging 2021; 17:820-831. [PMID: 33530912 DOI: 10.2174/1573405617666210202114336] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2020] [Revised: 12/05/2020] [Accepted: 12/08/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND When treating superficial tumors with external beam radiation therapy, bolus is often used. Bolus increases surface dose, reduces dose to underlying tissue, and improves dose homogeneity. INTRODUCTION The conventional bolus types used clinically in practice have some disadvantages. The use of Three-Dimensional (3D) printing has the potential to create more effective boluses. CT data is used for dosimetric calculations for these treatments and often to manufacture the customized 3D-printed bolus. PURPOSE The aim of this review is to evaluate the published studies that have compared 3D-printed bolus against conventional bolus types. METHODS AND RESULTS A systematic search of several databases and a further appraisal for relevance and eligibility resulted in the 14 articles used in this review. The 14 articles were analyzed based on their comparison of 3D-printed bolus and at least one conventional bolus type. CONCLUSION The findings of this review indicated that 3D-printed bolus has a number of advantages. Compared to conventional bolus types, 3D-printed bolus was found to have equivalent or improved dosimetric measures, positional accuracy, fit, and uniformity. 3D-printed bolus was also found to benefit workflow efficiency through both time and cost effectiveness. However, factors such as patient comfort and staff perspectives need to be further explored to support the use of 3Dprinted bolus in routine practice.
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- Stephanie McCallum
- Medical Radiation Science, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Curtin University, Perth, Australia
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- Medical Radiation Science, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Curtin University, Perth, Australia
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- Medical Radiation Science, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Curtin University, Perth, Australia
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Bridger CA, Douglass MJJ, Reich PD, Santos AMC. Evaluation of camera settings for photogrammetric reconstruction of humanoid phantoms for EBRT bolus and HDR surface brachytherapy applications. Phys Eng Sci Med 2021; 44:457-471. [PMID: 33844156 DOI: 10.1007/s13246-021-00994-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2020] [Accepted: 03/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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The fabrication of brachytherapy surface moulds is considered laborious and time consuming that often result in repeated attempts due to incorrect catheter positioning or the presence of air gaps. 3-dimensional printing using low-cost and reliable materials has allowed the rapid creation of patient-specific surface mould applicators to be achieved using patient imaging data obtained via CT scan. In this study we investigate whether an alternative approach using photogrammetry techniques can improve this process and how camera settings and object texture affect the reconstructions. Two humanoid phantoms, an anthropomorphic RANDO phantom and a Laerdal Little Anne CPR training manikin were used in this study. Both were imaged using a Nikon D5600 DSLR and Nokia 3.1 smartphone camera and reconstructed using Agisoft Metashape software. CT scans of both phantoms were taken as references for comparing the photogrammetry reconstructions. Models were reconstructed from different photo sets and assessed by distance to agreement with the CT models. Both phantoms were effectively reconstructed for most experiments. Increasing the number of photos used produced the better reconstructions while in general, reconstructions using video data were poor. The two phantoms were reconstructed at a similar quality. Background light that caused undesirable reflections significantly reduced reconstruction quality. Applying a non-reflective tape to the affected regions provided a suitable method for reducing their effects. Photogrammetry techniques were effectively able to reconstruct 3-dimensional models of both phantom. The camera settings and lighting did have a profound effect on the reconstruction quality and should be chosen appropriately depending on the scene.
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- Corey A Bridger
- School of Physical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia, 5005, Australia.
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- School of Physical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia, 5005, Australia
- Department of Medical Physics, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Port Road, Adelaide, 5000, South Australia, Australia
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- School of Physical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia, 5005, Australia
- Department of Medical Physics, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Port Road, Adelaide, 5000, South Australia, Australia
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- School of Physical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia, 5005, Australia
- Department of Medical Physics, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Port Road, Adelaide, 5000, South Australia, Australia
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Robertson FM, Couper MB, Kinniburgh M, Monteith Z, Hill G, Pillai SA, Adamson DJA. Ninjaflex vs Superflab: A comparison of dosimetric properties, conformity to the skin surface, Planning Target Volume coverage and positional reproducibility for external beam radiotherapy. J Appl Clin Med Phys 2021; 22:26-33. [PMID: 33689216 PMCID: PMC8035556 DOI: 10.1002/acm2.13147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2020] [Revised: 10/20/2020] [Accepted: 12/01/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background and purpose When planning and delivering radiotherapy, ideally bolus should be in direct contact with the skin surface. Varying air gaps between the skin surface and bolus material can result in discrepancies between the intended and delivered dose. This study assessed a three‐dimensional (3D) printed flexible bolus to determine whether it could improve conformity to the skin surface, reduce air gaps, and improve planning target volume coverage, compared to a commercial bolus material, Superflab. Materials and methods An anthropomorphic head phantom was CT scanned to generate photon and electron treatment plans using virtual bolus. Two 3D printing companies used the material Ninjaflex to print bolus for the head phantom, which we designated Ninjaflex1 and Ninjaflex2. The phantom was scanned a further 15 more times with the different bolus materials in situ allowing plan comparison of the virtual to physical bolus in terms of planning target volume coverage, dose at the prescription point, skin dose, and air gap volumes. Results Superflab produced a larger volume and a greater number of air gaps compared to both Ninjaflex1 and Ninjaflex2, with the largest air gap volume of 12.02 cm3. Our study revealed that Ninjaflex1 produced the least variation from the virtual bolus clinical goal values for all modalities, while Superflab displayed the largest variances in conformity, positional accuracy, and clinical goal values. For PTV coverage Superflab produced significant percentage differences for the VMAT and Electron3 plans when compared to the virtual bolus plans. Superflab also generated a significant difference in prescription point dose for the 3D conformal plan. Conclusion Compared to Superflab, both Ninjaflex materials improved conformity and reduced the variance between the virtual and physical bolus clinical goal values. Results illustrate that custom‐made Ninjaflex bolus could be useful clinically and may improve the accuracy of the delivered dose.
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- Fiona M Robertson
- Radiotherapy Department, Ninewells Hospital & Medical School, NHS Tayside, Dundee, UK
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- Medical Physics Department, Ninewells Hospital & Medical School, Dundee, UK
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- Radiotherapy Department, Ninewells Hospital & Medical School, NHS Tayside, Dundee, UK
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- Radiotherapy Department, Ninewells Hospital & Medical School, NHS Tayside, Dundee, UK
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- Radiotherapy Department, Ninewells Hospital & Medical School, NHS Tayside, Dundee, UK
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- Radiotherapy Department, Ninewells Hospital & Medical School, NHS Tayside, Dundee, UK
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Galstyan A, Bunker MJ, Lobo F, Sims R, Inziello J, Stubbs J, Mukhtar R, Kelil T. Applications of 3D printing in breast cancer management. 3D Print Med 2021; 7:6. [PMID: 33559793 PMCID: PMC7871648 DOI: 10.1186/s41205-021-00095-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2020] [Accepted: 01/31/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Three-dimensional (3D) printing is a method by which two-dimensional (2D) virtual data is converted to 3D objects by depositing various raw materials into successive layers. Even though the technology was invented almost 40 years ago, a rapid expansion in medical applications of 3D printing has only been observed in the last few years. 3D printing has been applied in almost every subspecialty of medicine for pre-surgical planning, production of patient-specific surgical devices, simulation, and training. While there are multiple review articles describing utilization of 3D printing in various disciplines, there is paucity of literature addressing applications of 3D printing in breast cancer management. Herein, we review the current applications of 3D printing in breast cancer management and discuss the potential impact on future practices.
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- Arpine Galstyan
- University of California, 1600 Divisadero St, C250, Box 1667, San Francisco, CA, 94115, USA.,Department of Radiology, Center for Advanced 3D Technologies, 1600 Divisadero St, C250, Box 1667, San Francisco, CA, 94115, USA
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- University of California, 1600 Divisadero St, C250, Box 1667, San Francisco, CA, 94115, USA.,Department of Radiology, Center for Advanced 3D Technologies, 1600 Divisadero St, C250, Box 1667, San Francisco, CA, 94115, USA
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- University of Florida, 3100 Technology Pkwy, Orlando, FL, 32826, USA
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- University of Florida, 3100 Technology Pkwy, Orlando, FL, 32826, USA
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- University of Florida, 3100 Technology Pkwy, Orlando, FL, 32826, USA
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- University of Florida, 3100 Technology Pkwy, Orlando, FL, 32826, USA
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- University of California, 1600 Divisadero St, C250, Box 1667, San Francisco, CA, 94115, USA.,Department of Surgery, University of California, 1600 Divisadero St, C250, Box 1667, San Francisco, CA, 94115, USA
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- University of California, 1600 Divisadero St, C250, Box 1667, San Francisco, CA, 94115, USA. .,Department of Radiology, Center for Advanced 3D Technologies, 1600 Divisadero St, C250, Box 1667, San Francisco, CA, 94115, USA.
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Muramatsu N, Ito S, Hanmura M, Nishimura T. Development of a transparent and flexible patient-specific bolus for total scalp irradiation. Radiol Phys Technol 2021; 14:82-92. [PMID: 33484400 DOI: 10.1007/s12194-021-00606-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2020] [Revised: 12/28/2020] [Accepted: 01/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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A commercially available flat bolus (commercial bolus) would not fully fit the irregular surfaces of the scalp. We developed a transparent and flexible material with good fitting properties, analyzed its physical characteristics, and evaluated the clinical feasibility of the bolus fabricated using a three-dimensional (3D) printer (3D bolus). To evaluate the physical characteristics of the new material, treatment plans with virtual, 3D, and commercial boluses were created for water-equivalent phantoms using a radiation treatment planning system (RTPS). Using a head phantom and the dose volume histogram calculated with RTPS, dose distributions for total scalp irradiation were compared between the three treatment plans. To evaluate the clinical feasibility, the fitness and reproducibility of the 3D bolus were compared with the head phantom and clinical cases using dice similarity coefficient (DSC) measurements. A good agreement was observed between the percentage depth dose (PDD) curves for the virtual, 3D, and commercial boluses. The homogeneity indexes of the planning target volume (PTV) for the 3D and commercial boluses were 0.083 and 0.153, respectively, proving that the former achieved a better dose uniformity of PTV than the latter. Good fitness and reproducibility with the 3D bolus were observed in both the head phantom and two clinical cases, with mean DSC values of 0.854, 0.829, and 0.843, respectively. These results successfully demonstrated and verified the utility of the 3D bolus for total scalp irradiation.
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- Noriaki Muramatsu
- Radiation and Proton Therapy Center, Shizuoka Cancer Center, 1007 Shimonagakubo, Nagaizumi-cho, Sunto-gun, Shizuoka, 411-8777, Japan.
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- Radiation and Proton Therapy Center, Shizuoka Cancer Center, 1007 Shimonagakubo, Nagaizumi-cho, Sunto-gun, Shizuoka, 411-8777, Japan
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- Radiation and Proton Therapy Center, Shizuoka Cancer Center, 1007 Shimonagakubo, Nagaizumi-cho, Sunto-gun, Shizuoka, 411-8777, Japan
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- Radiation and Proton Therapy Center, Shizuoka Cancer Center, 1007 Shimonagakubo, Nagaizumi-cho, Sunto-gun, Shizuoka, 411-8777, Japan
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One layer at a time: the use of 3D printing in the fabrication of cadmium-free electron field shaping devices. JOURNAL OF RADIOTHERAPY IN PRACTICE 2020. [DOI: 10.1017/s1460396920001107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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Introduction:
Electron blocks are typically composed of a low melting point alloy (LMPA), which is poured into an insert frame containing a manually placed Styrofoam aperture negative used to define the desired field shape. Current implementations of the block fabrication process involve numerous steps which are subjective and prone to user error. Occasionally, bowing of the sides of the insert frame is observed, resulting in premature frame decommissioning. Recent works have investigated the feasibility of utilising 3D printing technology to replace the conventional electron block fabrication workflow; however, these approaches involved long print times, were not compatible with commonly used cadmium-free LMPAs, and did not address the problem of insert frame bowing. In this work, we sought to develop a new 3D printing technique that would remedy these issues.
Materials and Methods:
Electron cutout negatives and alignment jigs were printed using Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, which does not warp at the high temperatures associated with molten cadmium-free alloys. The accuracy of the field shape produced by electron blocks fabricated using the 3D printed negatives was assessed using Gafchromic film and beam profiler measurements. As a proof-of-concept, electron blocks with off-axis apertures, as well as complex multi-aperture blocks to be used for passive electron beam intensity modulation, were also created.
Results:
Film and profiler measurements of field size were in excellent agreement with the values calculated using the Eclipse treatment planning system, showing less than a 1% difference in line profile full-width at half-maximum. The multi-aperture electron blocks produced fields with intensity modulation ≤3.2% of the theoretically predicted value. Use of the 3D printed alignment jig – which has contours designed to match those of the insert frame – was found to reduce the amount of frame bowing by factors of 1.8 and 2.1 in the lateral and superior–inferior directions, respectively.
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The 3D printed ABS negatives generated with our technique maintain their spatial accuracy even at the higher temperatures associated with cadmium-free LMPA. The negatives typically take between 1 and 2 hours to print and have a material cost of approximately $2 per patient.
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Chambers EL, Carver RL, Hogstrom KR. Useful island block geometries of a passive intensity modulator used for intensity-modulated bolus electron conformal therapy. J Appl Clin Med Phys 2020; 21:131-145. [PMID: 33207033 PMCID: PMC7769403 DOI: 10.1002/acm2.13079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2019] [Revised: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 08/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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PURPOSE This project determined the range of island block geometric configurations useful for the clinical utilization of intensity-modulated bolus electron conformal therapy (IM-BECT). METHODS Multiple half-beam island block geometries were studied for seven electron energies 7-20 MeV at 100 and 103 cm source-to-surface distance (SSD). We studied relative fluence distributions at 0.5 cm and 2.0 cm depths in water, resulting in 28 unique beam conditions. For each beam condition, we studied intensity reduction factor (IRF) values of 0.70, 0.75, 0.80, 0.85, 0.90, and 0.95, and hexagonal packing separations for the island blocks of 0.50, 0.75, 1.00, 1.25, and 1.50 cm, that is, 30 unique IM configurations and 840 unique beam-IM combinations. A combination was deemed acceptable if the average intensity downstream of the intensity modulator agreed within 2% of that intended and the variation in fluence was less than ±2%. RESULTS For 100 cm SSD, and for 0.5 cm depth, results showed that beam energies above 13 MeV did not exhibit sufficient scatter to produce clinically acceptable fluence (intensity) distributions for all IRF values (0.70-0.95). In particular, 20 MeV fluence distributions were unacceptable for any values, and acceptable 16 MeV fluence distributions were limited to a minimum IRF of 0.85. For the 2.0 cm depth, beam energies up to and including 20 MeV had acceptable fluence distributions. For 103 cm SSD and for 0.5 cm and 2.0 cm depths, results showed that all beam energies (7-20 MeV) had clinically acceptable fluence distributions for all IRF values (0.70-0.95). In general, the more clinically likely 103 cm SSD had acceptable fluence distributions with larger separations (r), which allow larger block diameters. CONCLUSION The geometric operating range of island block separations and IRF values (block diameters) producing clinically appropriate IM electron beams has been determined.
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- Erin L. Chambers
- Department of Physics and AstronomyLouisiana State UniversityBaton RougeLAUSA
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- Department of Physics and AstronomyLouisiana State UniversityBaton RougeLAUSA
- Mary Bird Perkins Cancer CenterBaton RougeLAUSA
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- Department of Physics and AstronomyLouisiana State UniversityBaton RougeLAUSA
- Mary Bird Perkins Cancer CenterBaton RougeLAUSA
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Characterization of 3D-printed bolus produced at different printing parameters. Med Dosim 2020; 46:157-163. [PMID: 33172711 DOI: 10.1016/j.meddos.2020.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2020] [Revised: 09/17/2020] [Accepted: 10/20/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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We aimed to analyze the effects of printing parameters on characterization of three-dimensional (3D) printed bolus used in external beam radiotherapy. Two sets of measurements were performed to investigate the dosimetric and physical characterization of 3D-printed bolus at different printing parameters. In the first step, boluses were produced at different infill-percentages, infill-patterns and printing directions. Two-dimensional (2D) dose measurements were performed in Elekta Versa HD linear accelerator using 6 MV photon energy. Measured 2D dose maps for both printed and reference bolus materials were compared using the 2D gamma analysis method. Additionally, patient-specific bolus was produced with defined optimum printing parameters for anthropomorphic head and neck phantom. Then, point dose measurements were performed to evaluate the feasibility of printed bolus in clinical use. In the second step, physical measurements were carried out to evaluate the printing accuracy, the mean hounsfield unit (HU) value and the weight of 3D-printed boluses. According to our measurement, infill-percentage, infill-pattern and printing direction significantly changed the dosimetric and physical properties of the 3D-printed bolus independently. Maximum gamma passing rate at 1.5 and 5 cm depths were found as 93.8% and 98.8%, respectively, for 60% infill-percentage, sunglass fill infill-pattern and horizontal printing direction. The printing accuracy of the products was within 0.4 mm. Dosimetric and physical properties of the printed bolus material changed significantly with the selected printing parameters. Therefore, it is important to note that each combination of these printing parameters that will be used in the production of patient-specific bolus should be investigated separately.
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Craft DF, Lentz J, Armstrong M, Foster M, Gagneur J, Harrington D, Schild SE, Fatyga M. Three-Dimensionally Printed On-Skin Radiation Shields Using High-Density Filament. Pract Radiat Oncol 2020; 10:e543-e550. [DOI: 10.1016/j.prro.2020.03.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2019] [Revised: 03/13/2020] [Accepted: 03/20/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Aoyama T, Uto K, Shimizu H, Ebara M, Kitagawa T, Tachibana H, Suzuki K, Kodaira T. Physical and dosimetric characterization of thermoset shape memory bolus developed for radiotherapy. Med Phys 2020; 47:6103-6112. [PMID: 33012062 PMCID: PMC7821231 DOI: 10.1002/mp.14516] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2020] [Revised: 09/16/2020] [Accepted: 09/16/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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PURPOSE We developed a thermoset shape memory bolus (shape memory bolus) made from poly-ε-caprolactone (PCL) polymer. This study aimed to investigate whether the shape memory bolus can be applied to radiotherapy as a bolus that conformally adheres to the body surface, can be created in a short time, and can be reused. METHODS The shape memory bolus was developed by cross-linking tetrabranch PCL with reactive acrylate end groups. Dice similarity coefficient (DSC) was used to evaluate shape memory characterization before deformation and after restoration. In addition, the degree of adhesion to the body surface and crystallization time were calculated. Moreover, dosimetric characterization was evaluated using the water equivalent phantom and an Alderson RANDO phantom. RESULTS The DSC value between before deformation and after restoration was close to 1. The degree of adhesion of the shape memory bolus (1.9%) was improved compared with the conventional bolus (45.6%) and was equivalent to three-dimensional (3D) printer boluses (1.3%-3.5%). The crystallization time was approximately 1.5 min, which was clinically acceptable. The dose calculation accuracy, dose distribution, and dose index were the equivalent compared with 3D boluses. CONCLUSION The shape memory bolus has excellent adhesion to the body surface, can be created in a short time, and can be reused. In addition, the shape memory bolus needs can be made from low-cost materials and no quality control systems are required for individual clinical departments, and it is useful as a bolus for radiotherapy.
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- Takahiro Aoyama
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Aichi Cancer Center, 1-1 Kanokoden, Chikusa-Ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 464-8681, Japan.,Graduate School of Medicine, Aichi Medical University, 1-1 Yazako-karimata, Nagakute, Aichi, 480-1195, Japan
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- Research Center for Functional Materials, National Institute for Materials Science, 1-1 Namiki, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, 305-0044, Japan
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Aichi Cancer Center, 1-1 Kanokoden, Chikusa-Ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 464-8681, Japan
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- Research Center for Functional Materials, National Institute for Materials Science, 1-1 Namiki, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, 305-0044, Japan
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Aichi Cancer Center, 1-1 Kanokoden, Chikusa-Ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 464-8681, Japan
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Aichi Cancer Center, 1-1 Kanokoden, Chikusa-Ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 464-8681, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Aichi Medical University, 1-1 Yazako-karimata, Nagakute, Aichi, 480-1195, Japan
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Aichi Cancer Center, 1-1 Kanokoden, Chikusa-Ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 464-8681, Japan
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Dai G, Xu X, Wu X, Lei X, Wei X, Li Z, Xiao Q, Zhong R, Bai S. Application of 3D-print silica bolus for nasal NK/T-cell lymphoma radiation therapy. JOURNAL OF RADIATION RESEARCH 2020; 61:920-928. [PMID: 32960262 PMCID: PMC7674672 DOI: 10.1093/jrr/rraa084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2020] [Revised: 06/28/2020] [Accepted: 06/23/2020] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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The aim of the study was to evaluate the clinical feasibility of a 3D-print silica bolus for nasal NK/T-cell lymphoma radiation therapy. Intensity modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) and volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) plans were designed using an anthropomorphic head phantom with a 3D-print silica bolus and other kinds of bolus used clinically, and the surface dose was measured by a metal oxide semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET) dosimeter. Four nasal NK/T patients with or without 3D-print silica bolus were treated and the nose surface dose was measured using a MOSFET dosimeter during the first treatment. Plans for the anthropomorphic head phantom with 3D-print bolus have more uniform dose and higher conformity of the planning target volume (PTV) compared to other boluses; the homogeneity index (HI) and conformity index (CI) of the VMAT plan were 0.0589 and 0.7022, respectively, and the HI and CI of the IMRT plan were 0.0550 and 0.7324, respectively. The MOSFET measurement results showed that the surface dose of the phantom with 3D-print bolus was >180 cGy, and that of patients with 3D-print bolus was higher than patients without bolus. The air gap volume between the 3D-print bolus and the surface of patients was <0.3 cc. The 3D-print silica bolus fitted well on the patient’s skin, effectively reducing air gaps between bolus and patient surface. Meanwhile, the 3D-print silica bolus provided patients with higher individuation, and improved the conformity and uniformity of the PTV compared to other kinds of boluses.
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- Guyu Dai
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University/Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children (Sichuan University), Ministry of Education, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Oncology, The affiliated Hospital of Panzhihua University, Panzhihua, China
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- Department of Oncology, The affiliated Hospital of Panzhihua University, Panzhihua, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University/Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children (Sichuan University), Ministry of Education, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Zoljalali Moghaddam SH, Baghani HR, Mahdavi SR. Construction and performance evaluation of a buildup bolus for breast intraoperative electron radiotherapy. Radiat Phys Chem Oxf Engl 1993 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.radphyschem.2020.108952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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3D printing in pharmaceuticals: An emerging technology full of challenges. ANNALES PHARMACEUTIQUES FRANÇAISES 2020; 79:107-118. [PMID: 32853575 DOI: 10.1016/j.pharma.2020.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2020] [Revised: 08/14/2020] [Accepted: 08/18/2020] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Although in its infancy, when compared with the other sectors, year 2005 marked the rapid evolution of 3 Dimensional printing (3DP) technologies in pharma sector with a huge potential in the dosage form designing and personalisation of the medication. 3DP is an innovative and highly promising way for the instant manufacturing in contrast with the tailored made conventional manufacturing. Various 3DP technologies are categorized into the various areas on the basis of the type of material used, deposition techniques and the solidification/fusion techniques. 3DP technologies have multiple pharmaceutical applications including formulation of the precise and unique dosage forms, medical research, personalization of medicine, tissues engineering and surgical application. In the present article, we have accentuated the comparative merits and demerits of various 3DP technologies used in the pharmaceutical sector. An insight in to the challenges, apropos availability and the choice of the excipients, as well as the printer, regulatory and safety concern of the product is provided.
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Ehler ED, Sterling DA. 3D printed copper-plastic composite material for use as a radiotherapy bolus. Phys Med 2020; 76:202-206. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejmp.2020.07.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2019] [Revised: 05/25/2020] [Accepted: 07/06/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
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Park JI, Lee S, Kim IH, Ye SJ. Artifact-free CT images for electron beam therapy using a patient-specific non metallic shield. Phys Med 2020; 75:92-99. [PMID: 32559651 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejmp.2020.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2019] [Revised: 05/10/2020] [Accepted: 06/01/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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Patient's CT images taken with metallic shields for radiotherapy suffer from artifacts. Furthermore, the treatment planning system (TPS) has a limitation on accurate dose calculations for high density materials. In this study, a Monte Carlo (MC)-based method was developed to accurately evaluate the dosimetric effect of the metallic shield. Two patients with a commercial tungsten shield of lens and two patients with a custom-made lead shield of lip were chosen to produce their non-metallic dummy shields using 3D scanner and printer. With these dummy shields, we generated artifact-free CT images. The maximum CT number allowed in TPS was assigned to metallic shields. MC simulations with real material information were carried out. In addition, clinically relevant dose-volumetric parameters were calculated for the comparison between MC and TPS. Relative dosimetry was performed using radiochromic films. The dose reductions below metallic structures were shown on MC dose distributions, but not evident on TPS dose distributions. The differences in dose-volumetric parameters of PTV between TPS and MC for eye shield cases were not clearly shown. However, the mean dose of lens from TPS and MC was different. The MC results were in superior agreement with measured data in relative dosimetry. The lens dose could be overestimated by TPS. The differences in dose-volumetric parameters of PTV between TPS and MC were generally larger in lip cases than in eye cases. The developed method is useful in predicting the realistic dose distributions around the organs blocked by the metallic shields.
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- Jong In Park
- Biomedical Radiation Sciences, Department of Transdisciplinary Studies, Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea.
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- Biomedical Radiation Sciences, Department of Transdisciplinary Studies, Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, South Korea
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- Biomedical Radiation Sciences, Department of Transdisciplinary Studies, Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea; Department of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, South Korea; Robotics Research Laboratory for Extreme Environment, Advanced Institutes of Convergence Technology, Seoul National University, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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Gunter AE, Burgoyne J, Park M, Kim N, Cao D, Mehta V. Novel application of vinylpolysiloxane hearing aid impression mold as patient-specific bolus for head and neck cancer radiotherapy. Clin Case Rep 2020; 8:944-949. [PMID: 32577239 PMCID: PMC7303862 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.2731] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2019] [Revised: 11/10/2019] [Accepted: 11/18/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Hearing aid impression material composed of vinylpolysiloxane is an ideal bolus material which may be used to aid in delivery of adjuvant radiation to complex surgical defects of the head and neck. It is affordable, easily accessed, and efficient.
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- Anne Elizabeth Gunter
- Department of Radiation OncologySwedish Cancer InstituteSeattleWashington
- Present address:
Department of OtolaryngologyMadigan Army Medical CenterTacomaWashington
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- Department of Radiation OncologySwedish Cancer InstituteSeattleWashington
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- Department of Radiation OncologySwedish Cancer InstituteSeattleWashington
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- Department of Radiation OncologySwedish Cancer InstituteSeattleWashington
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- Department of Radiation OncologySwedish Cancer InstituteSeattleWashington
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- Department of Radiation OncologySwedish Cancer InstituteSeattleWashington
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Munoz L, Rijken J, Hunter M, Nyathi T. Investigation of elastomeric materials for bolus using stereolithography printing technology in radiotherapy. Biomed Phys Eng Express 2020; 6:045014. [PMID: 33444275 DOI: 10.1088/2057-1976/ab9425] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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PURPOSE An investigation was conducted of an elastomeric material, VisiJet M2 (3D systems, USA) for use as 3D bolus within high energy photon beams for radiotherapy. Personalized conformal bolus material on complex structures like the nose can be challenging. This material was evaluated for its clinical feasibility due to its pliability and comfort compared to alternatives. METHOD Regular slabs of bolus were created of various thicknesses for dosimetric and non-dosimetric characterization. Verification culminated with the creation of a custom nose bolus for an end to end verification using an anthropomorphic head phantom. In vivo dosimetry using Gafchromic EBT3 (Ashland, USA) film validated delivered doses from a 6 MV conformal field and a pair of 6 MV volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) beams. RESULTS & CONCLUSION Non-dosimetric and dosimetric tests were conducted to assess clinical suitability. The bolus was precisely created using stereolithographic (SLA) methods and presented a compliant and uniform water equivalent material with elastic memory. Measurement yielded a physical density of 1.10 g cm-3 and 1.06 relative to water electron density, and the bolus to skin distance was measured to be a maximum of 3 mm. A maximum measured dose difference of <2% was observed for dynamic treatment. Based on the investigation conducted, and the benefits presented for patient comfort while being uniform and water equivalent, and correctly represented within the treatment planning system (TPS), this material has the potential for clinical use for patient specific custom bolus.
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- Luis Munoz
- GenesisCare, Flinders Private Hospital, Bedford Park, SA, Australia
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Cho JD, Son J, Sung J, Choi CH, Kim JS, Wu HG, Park JM, Kim JI. Flexible film dosimeter for in vivo dosimetry. Med Phys 2020; 47:3204-3213. [PMID: 32248523 DOI: 10.1002/mp.14162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2020] [Revised: 03/20/2020] [Accepted: 03/23/2020] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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PURPOSE The aims of this study were to develop a flexible film dosimeter applicable to the irregular surface of a patient for in vivo dosimetry and to evaluate the device's dosimetric characteristics. METHODS A flexible film dosimeter with active layers consisting of radiochromic-sensitive films and flexible silicone materials was constructed. The dose-response, sensitivity, scanning orientation dependence, energy dependence, and dose rate dependence of the flexible film dosimeter were tested. Irradiated dosimeters were scanned 24 h post-irradiation, and the region of interest was 5 mm × 5 mm. Biological stability tests ensured the safety of application of the flexible film dosimeter for patients. A preliminary clinical study with the flexible film dosimeter was implemented on four patients. RESULTS The red channel demonstrated the highest sensitivity among all channels, and the response sensitivity of the dosimeter decreased with the applied dose, which were the same as the characteristics of GAFCHROMIC EBT3 radiochromic films. The flexible film dosimeter showed no significant energy dependence for photon beams of 6 MV, 6 MV flattening filter-free (FFF), 10 MV, and 15 MV. The flexible film dosimeter showed no substantial dose rate dependence with 6 or 6 MV FFF. In terms of biological stability, the flexible film dosimeter demonstrated no cytotoxicity, no irritation, and no skin sensitization. In the preliminary clinical study, the dose differences between the measurements with the flexible film dosimeter and calculations with the treatment planning system ranged from -0.1% to 1.2% for all patients. CONCLUSIONS The dosimeter developed in this study is a flexible film capable of attachment to a curved skin surface. The biological test results indicate the stability of the flexible film dosimeter. The preliminary clinical study showed that the flexible film dosimeter can be successfully applied as an in vivo dosimeter.
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- Jin Dong Cho
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Institute of Radiation Medicine, Seoul National University Medical Research Center, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Department of Radiation Oncology, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Biomedical Research Institute, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Biomedical Research Institute, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Institute of Radiation Medicine, Seoul National University Medical Research Center, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Biomedical Research Institute, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Institute of Radiation Medicine, Seoul National University Medical Research Center, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Biomedical Research Institute, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Department of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Cancer Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Institute of Radiation Medicine, Seoul National University Medical Research Center, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Biomedical Research Institute, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Robotics Research Laboratory for Extreme Environments, Advanced Institute of Convergence Technology, Suwon, 16229, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Institute of Radiation Medicine, Seoul National University Medical Research Center, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.,Biomedical Research Institute, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea
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