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Flexible Dosimeter Bands for Whole-Body Dosimetry
T Kim1*, B Fahimian1 , G Pratx1 , Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA
Presentations
TH-CD-201-8 (Thursday, August 4, 2016) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Room: 201
Purpose:The two commonly used radiotherapy techniques are total body irradiation (TBI) and the total skin irradiation (TSI). In order to ensure the accuracy of the prescription beams, the dose received throughout the entire body must be checked using dosimetry. However, the available number of data points is limited as the dosimeters are manually placed on the patient. We developed a flexible and wearable dosimeter that can collect 1D continuous dose information around the peripheral of the patients’ body, including areas obscured from the beam path.
Methods:The flexible dosimeter bands are fabricated by embedding storage phosphor powders in a thin layer of non-toxic silicone based elastomer (PDMS). An additional elastomer layer is formed on top of the phosphor layer to provide additional mechanical support for the dosimeter. Once the curing process is complete, the dosimeter is cut into multiple bands and rolled into spools prior to use.
Results:The dose responses are tested using a preclinical cabinet X-ray system, where the readout is performed with a storage phosphor reader. Results show that the dose calibration factor is ~1400 (A.U./Gy) from the beam center. Also, 1-D dose distribution experiment was performed in water phantoms, where preliminary results demonstrate that the dose in water is indeed attenuated compared to in air.
Conclusion:Dose response and high-resolution 1-D dosimetry is demonstrated using the flexible dosimeters. By providing a detailed spatial description of the beam dose profile, we expect that the dosimeter bands may aid in enhancing the current existing modality in dosimetry. Since the dosimeter is flexible (can retract back to its original length), they can be comfortably worn around the patient. Potentially, multiple 1-D dose information can be stitched together and extrapolated to provide a coarse 3-D image of the dose distribution.
Funding Support, Disclosures, and Conflict of Interest: This work was supported by funding from the Cutaneous Lymphoma Foundation under the CLARIONS grant.
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