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CT-based virtual simulation using the AdvantageSim 4.1. system. Description of reliability and accuracy.
1Department of Radiooncology and Radiotherapy, Community Hospital, Braunschweig, Germany. m.schiebe@klinikum.bs.shuttle.de
Summary
Virtual simulation using AdvantageSim 4.1. offers reliable accuracy for isocenter and field alignment in radiation therapy, replacing conventional simulation for various treatment sites.
Area of Science:
- Medical physics
- Radiation oncology
- Radiotherapy technology
Background:
- CT simulation systems integrate CT-based planning target volumes, enabling operation without conventional simulators.
- Virtual simulation offers a modern approach to radiotherapy planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To quantitatively assess the accuracy of field alignment and isocenter position using the AdvantageSim 4.1 virtual simulation system.
- To evaluate the system's performance across different treatment regions.
Main Methods:
- A prospective trial included 27 prostate, 23 head and neck, and 30 lung cancer patients.
- CT-based virtual simulation defined treatment isocenter positions.
- Linear discrepancies were compared between virtual simulation, conventional simulation, and initial treatment verification images.
Main Results:
- The mean difference in isocenter position between conventional and virtual simulation was 3.5 mm, with displacements ranging from 0 to 6 mm.
- No significant differences in isocenter accuracy were observed across different treatment regions.
Conclusions:
- Virtual simulation with AdvantageSim 4.1 is feasible for daily routine, reliably replacing conventional simulation.
- The system ensures accurate isocenter and field alignment for diverse target volumes.
- Beam's eye views facilitate precise evaluation of target volume coverage and organ-at-risk shielding.