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A new software platform for proton computed tomography (pCT) accurately models scanner performance, achieving better than 1.5% agreement for relative stopping power (RSP) reconstruction. This validated tool aids in proton therapy planning and virtual pCT studies.

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  • Particle Physics
  • Computational Physics

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  • Proton computed tomography (pCT) offers potential advantages over x-ray CT for proton therapy planning.
  • Accurate calculation of proton relative stopping power (RSP) is crucial for precise treatment planning.
  • A prototype pCT scanner utilizing silicon tracking and a scintillating energy detector has been developed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate a modular software platform for characterizing proton computed tomography (pCT) performance.
  • To enable accurate calculation of proton relative stopping power (RSP) for improved proton therapy planning.
  • To assess the performance of a prototype pCT scanner through simulation and experimental validation.

Main Methods:

  • A Geant4-based simulation modeled the proton therapy beam line and prototype pCT scanner.
  • Water equivalent path length (WEPL) calibration was performed for the energy detector.
  • Image reconstruction algorithms were developed and validated for RSP calculation using experimental data and theoretical predictions.

Main Results:

  • The pCT software platform accurately reproduced the prototype scanner's performance.
  • Relative stopping power (RSP) agreement between experimental and simulated values was better than 1.5%.
  • The RSP reconstruction was validated against water column measurements and theoretical calculations.

Conclusions:

  • The validated software platform serves as a versatile tool for clinical pCT performance and application studies in a virtual environment.
  • The platform's flexibility allows for simulation of future pCT scanner designs and higher proton energies.
  • This work establishes a robust computational framework for advancing pCT technology and its clinical integration.