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Method for the planning and delivery of radiation therapy

US7162008B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 3, 2002
Grant dateJan 9, 2007
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Expiry dateApr 3, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N2005/1035
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A new optimization method for generating treatment plans for radiation oncology is described and claimed. This new method works for intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), intensity modulated arc therapy (IMAT), and hybrid IMRT.

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