Evaluation of a simplified optimizer for MR-guided adaptive RT in case of pancreatic cancer.

CONCLUSION: Simplified optimization solutions implemented in the MR-Linac TPS allows to elaborate in most of cases treatment plans dosimetrically comparable with those obtained by using an advanced optimizer. A superior treatment plan quality is possible using the VMAT technique that could represent a breakthrough for the MRgART if the modern advancements will lead to shorter optimization times.
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Source: Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics - August 23, 2019 Category: Physics Authors: Cusumano D, Boldrini L, Menna S, Teodoli S, Placidi E, Chiloiro G, Placidi L, Greco F, Stimato G, Cellini F, Valentini V, Azario L, De Spirito M Tags: J Appl Clin Med Phys Source Type: research