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The Octavius 1000 SRS detector array effectively identifies sub-millimetre multi-leaf collimator (MLC) alignment errors in stereotactic radiotherapy. This quality assurance tool demonstrates reduced gamma pass rates with increasing MLC position errors, aiding in detecting delivery uncertainties.

Keywords:
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  • Medical Physics
  • Radiation Oncology
  • Quality Assurance

Background:

  • High-resolution, sensitive equipment is crucial for stereotactic radiotherapy quality assurance.
  • Detecting sub-millimetre multi-leaf collimator (MLC) alignment errors is essential for precise radiation delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the sensitivity of the Octavius 1000 SRS liquid-filled ionization chamber array.
  • To assess its capability in detecting small MLC alignment errors in static square fields.
  • To determine its effectiveness in clinical stereotactic radiotherapy patient plans.

Main Methods:

  • The Octavius 1000 SRS array was used to detect MLC position errors ranging from 0.1 mm to 2.5 mm.
  • Static square fields (16-40 mm) were analyzed.
  • The gamma pass rate metric (3% / 1 mm) compared measurements with treatment planning system calculations.
  • Gamma pass rates were evaluated as a function of induced MLC position errors.

Main Results:

  • The detector array showed a noticeable drop in gamma pass rate when MLC errors were introduced.
  • A 4.5% decrease in pass rate was observed with a 0.8 mm MLC error in a 16 mm field (3% / 1 mm criteria).
  • The reduction in pass rate correlated directly with the magnitude of the MLC position error.

Conclusions:

  • The Octavius 1000 SRS array is a valuable tool for quality assurance in stereotactic radiotherapy.
  • It can effectively detect small geometric delivery uncertainties, specifically sub-millimetre MLC alignment errors.
  • Its sensitivity aids in ensuring treatment accuracy and patient safety.