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(Reference retrieved automatically from Web of Science through information on FAPESP grant and its corresponding number as mentioned in the publication by the authors.)

OSL and TL response characterization of LiF:MG,Ti microdosimeters to be applied to VMAT quality assurance

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Author(s):
Bravim, A. [1] ; Sakuraba, R. K. [1, 2] ; Cruz, J. C. [2] ; Campos, L. L. [1]
Total Authors: 4
Affiliation:
[1] Inst Pesquisas Energet & Nucl IPEN CNEN, Sao Paulo - Brazil
[2] Sociedade Beneficente Israelita Brasileira Hosp A, Sao Paulo - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 2
Document type: Journal article
Source: Applied Radiation and Isotopes; v. 105, p. 299-302, NOV 2015.
Web of Science Citations: 0
Abstract

This paper aims to evaluate the feasibility of applying LiF:Mg,Ti microdosimeters as a new method of dosimetry to volumetric-modulated arc therapy (VMAT) RapidArc. The response of microdosimeters presented a maximum variation of +/- 3.18% and +/- 0.510% using optically stimulated luminescence (OSL) and thermoluminescence (TL) techniques, respectively. Although studies were conducted on LiF:Mg,Ti microdosimeters previously, the microdosimeters in this study showed precision and high potential of application in VMAT dosimetry and in the verification of treatment planning using the VMAT technique. (C) 2015 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 10/16437-0 - Characterization and applications of dosimetric materials using optically stimulated luminescence and complementary techniques
Grantee:Linda Viola Ehlin Caldas
Support Opportunities: Research Projects - Thematic Grants