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Method to implement full six-degree target shift corrections in radiotherapy

US7207715B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 29, 2005
Grant dateApr 24, 2007
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Expiry dateJul 29, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N2005/1061
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The invention provides a method using matrix transformations of the three coordinate systems used in radiotherapy to correct for any deviation between a planned dosimetric treatment target and the actual location of the treatment target.

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