Feasibility of proton FLASH effect tested by zebrafish embryo irradiation.

CONCLUSION: The feasibility of Flash proton irradiation was successfully shown, whereas more experiments are required to confirm the presence or absence of a protecting effect and to figure out the limits and requirements for the Flash effect.
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Source: Radiotherapy and Oncology : journal of the European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology - June 28, 2019 Category: Radiology Authors: Beyreuther E, Brand M, Hans S, Hideghéty K, Karsch L, Leßmann E, Schürer M, Szabó ER, Pawelke J Tags: Radiother Oncol Source Type: research