Radiosurgery dosimetry using CaSO4:Eu OSLD film-a feasibility study

Author(s)

Gasparian, Patricia B. R. ; Malthez, Anna L. M. C. ; Torquato, Michele ; Campos, Leticia L.

• Document type: Journal article
• Source: Radiation Protection Dosimetry; v. 199, n. 8-9, p. 7-pg., 2023-05-24.

Abstract

Recent studies demonstrated that optically stimulated luminescence (OSL) systems allow the evaluation of doses for 2D mapping in a relatively fast and simple way and results show submillimeter resolution. This work presents, for the first time, an optically stimulated luminescence dosemeter (OSLD) in the form of film made with CaSO4:Eu particles embedded in a silicone elastomer matrix. The OSLD film was produced using a low-cost and relatively simple methodology. This film is reusable and the signal can be satisfactorily bleached using blue LEDs. The main dosimetric properties were evaluated using TL/OSL Riso reader with blue stimulation and Hoya U-340 filter. Investigation shows repeatability within 3% when measuring with the same film sample. Regarding the OSLD film homogeneity, nearly 12% sensitivity change was observed within the 5 x 5 cm(2) produced film. Additionally, the dose response curve shows linearity from 5 to 25 Gy. Fading of the OSL signal is relatively high, about 50% in the first week and then is stable. Nevertheless, a 3 x 3 cm(2) OSLD film was successfully used to map dose distribution in radiosurgery (6 MV photon beam). This work demonstrates the feasibility of 2D dosimetry using reusable OSLD films based on CaSO4:Eu. (AU)

• FAPESP's process: 18/05982-0 - R&D&I in radiation metrology in the health area
• Grantee: Linda Viola Ehlin Caldas
• Support Opportunities: Research Projects - Thematic Grants