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¹Department of Radiation Oncology, University of California, Davis, CA, USA. hasani.wooten@ucdmc.ucdavis.edu

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Area of Science:

Medical Physics
Radiotherapy Technology
Image-Guided Therapy

Background:

Video surface imaging systems, such as AlignRT, are crucial for accurate patient localization in radiotherapy.
Ensuring the consistent and precise operation of these systems is vital for patient safety and treatment efficacy.
Periodic quality assurance (QA) complements daily system calibration to maintain optimal performance.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce a robust, periodic quality assurance procedure for the AlignRT video surface imaging system.
To describe the specific tools and methods used for verifying AlignRT hardware and software functionality.
To establish a reliable process for maintaining the accuracy of patient positioning in radiotherapy.

Main Methods:

Implementation of a monthly QA protocol for the AlignRT system.
Utilizing DICOM-formatted external contours for comparison with captured patient topography.
Calculation of necessary repositioning shifts based on image analysis.
Verification of both AlignRT hardware and software components.

Main Results:

A structured monthly QA procedure was successfully implemented.
The procedure effectively verifies the correct and accurate operation of the AlignRT system.
The QA process complements existing daily calibration routines.

Conclusions:

The described monthly QA procedure provides a reliable method for ensuring the ongoing accuracy of the AlignRT patient localization system.
Regular quality assurance is essential for maintaining the integrity of image-guided radiotherapy.
This protocol contributes to the overall safety and effectiveness of radiation treatments.