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  • Radiotherapy Physics

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  • Electronic brachytherapy sources (eBT) are miniature X-ray devices.
  • Traditional dose calculations rely on air-kerma strength.
  • A new air-kerma rate standard has been established for eBT sources.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To modify the AAPM TG-43 dose calculation formalism.
  • To incorporate an air-kerma rate standard for eBT sources.
  • To account for applicator effects in dose calculations.

Main Methods:

  • Modified the TG-43 protocol to include an air-kerma rate standard.
  • Incorporated applicator perturbations into the dose calculation formalism.
  • Introduced applicator-specific parameters (subscript 'i').

Main Results:

  • Developed a modified AAPM TG-43 protocol.
  • The new protocol accommodates an air-kerma rate standard for eBT sources.
  • The formalism accounts for applicator effects.

Conclusions:

  • The modified TG-43 formalism enables dose calculations with a NIST-traceable air-kerma rate standard.
  • Applicator-specific parameters are introduced for more accurate dose calculations.
  • This approach enhances dose assessment for eBT treatments.