Effects of high-energy photon beam radiation therapy on Jarvik 2000 LVAD: in vitro evaluation

ConclusionThe Jarvik 2000 resulted stable under direct X-ray beam of 10-MV energy. Its strong attenuation, however, can affect dose deposition in the pump in TPS, and it must be taken into account.

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Source: La Radiologia Medica - February 16, 2020 Category: Radiology Source Type: research