Modified volumetric modulated arc therapy technique with reduced planning and treatment time for craniospinal irradiation utilising two isocentres.

Minh Nguyen Thu DangLiz DeeganKelsie HenryScott JonesAndrew PullarRobyn CheukAdrian GibbsLucy SimCatriona Hargrave

Published in: Journal of medical radiation sciences (2022)

The 2-ISO VMAT technique provided comparable dose distribution based on PTV coverage, OAR dose and plan metric indices. Reduced planning and treatment duration with the 2-ISO technique facilitated improved workflow with decreased sedation time for paediatric patients requiring a general anaesthesia.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
stem cells
peritoneal dialysis
bone marrow
radiation therapy
mesenchymal stem cells
combination therapy
patient reported outcomes
mechanical ventilation
extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
patient reported