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Anatomy based inverse planning in HDR prostate brachytherapy.
Inger-Karine K Kolkman-Deurloo1, Xavier G J Deleye, Peter P Jansen
1Department of Radiation Oncology, Erasmus MC-Daniel Den Hoed Cancer Center, Groene Hilledijk 301, 3075 EA Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
Summary
Anatomy-based inverse planning in PLATO BPS 14.2 improved HDR prostate implant dose coverage and homogeneity. The GOTIO method showed superior results compared to standard inverse optimization and geometric optimization alone.
Area of Science:
- Medical Physics
- Radiation Oncology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- High-dose-rate (HDR) brachytherapy is a key treatment for prostate cancer.
- Accurate dose planning is crucial for maximizing tumor control and minimizing side effects.
- Anatomy-based inverse planning offers potential for improved treatment optimization.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of anatomy-based inverse planning in PLATO BPS 14.2 for HDR prostate brachytherapy.
- To compare different inverse planning optimization strategies.
Main Methods:
- Six prostate cancer patients underwent HDR brachytherapy planning.
- Dose distributions were optimized using Geometric Optimization (GO), Standard Inverse Optimization (SIO), Tuned Inverse Optimization (TIO), and Graphical Optimization followed by Tuned Inverse Optimization (GOTIO).
- Key metrics included target coverage and the Conformal Index (COIN).
Main Results:
- Mean target coverage: GO (93±4%), SIO (53±11%), TIO (74±8%), GOTIO (90±3%).
- Mean COIN: GO (0.74±0.02), SIO (0.43±0.15), GOTIO (0.77±0.07).
- GOTIO demonstrated improved dose homogeneity compared to GO.
Conclusions:
- Anatomy-based inverse planning, particularly the GOTIO method, significantly enhances target coverage and dose homogeneity in HDR prostate brachytherapy.
- PLATO BPS 14.2's anatomy-based inverse planning is a promising tool for optimizing HDR prostate implant dosimetry.