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    A new motion tracking system for scanned particle beam therapy accurately adapts to target movement, preserving precise radiation doses for moving tumors. This technology ensures consistent treatment delivery, improving outcomes for patients with respiratory-induced target motion.

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    • Medical Physics
    • Radiation Oncology
    • Particle Beam Therapy

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    • Scanned particle beam therapy can lead to dose inaccuracies in moving targets due to the interplay effect.
    • Respiratory motion significantly impacts treatment precision, causing potential over- and under-dosage in the target volume.

    Discussion:

    • A novel motion tracking system was developed and integrated into the therapy control system to actively compensate for target motion.
    • The system dynamically adjusts pencil beam positions and energy to ensure irradiation of the planned target location.
    • Performance was validated using radiographic films and a 3D ionization chamber array, comparing stationary and motion-compensated scenarios.

    Key Insights:

    • The motion tracking system demonstrated effective preservation of dose distributions for moving targets.
    • Measurements showed high homogeneity within the target volume, with relative dose differences of 1 +/- 2% and a maximum of 4%.
    • Excellent agreement was observed for dose gradients and doses to surrounding healthy tissues, maintaining target conformity.

    Outlook:

    • This technology holds promise for improving the efficacy and safety of particle beam therapy for tumors affected by physiological motion.
    • Further integration and validation in clinical settings could enhance treatment precision and patient outcomes.
    • Future research may focus on refining tracking algorithms and expanding applicability to various treatment sites and motion patterns.