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X-ray source and the output factor

T C Zhu1, B E Bjärngard, H Shackford

  • 1Department of Radiation Oncology, Roger Williams Medical Center, Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island 02908, USA.

Medical Physics
|June 1, 1995
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This study used narrow x-ray fields to measure linear accelerator source size and position. Accelerator design influences source shape, with magnet-equipped machines showing noncircular sources.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Physics
  • Radiotherapy Technology

Background:

  • Linear accelerators (LINACs) are crucial in radiation therapy.
  • Accurate characterization of the x-ray source is essential for treatment planning and quality assurance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate a method for evaluating linear accelerator x-ray source characteristics using narrow field output factors.
  • To assess the influence of accelerator design, specifically bending magnets, on x-ray source shape and position.

Main Methods:

  • Varying the width of narrow radiation fields to observe changes in output factor (R).
  • Analyzing the relationship between field width (y) and output factor (R(y)) to determine source dimensions.
  • Measuring output factors for offset narrow fields to ascertain source position relative to the collimator axis.

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Main Results:

  • X-ray source diameters were found to be dependent on the specific linear accelerator design.
  • Accelerators with bending magnets exhibited noncircular x-ray sources, while a non-magnetized LINAC showed circular symmetry.
  • Source position was determined, revealing initial movement and displacement from the central axis in one accelerator.
  • Results showed good correlation with portal-film image sharpness.

Conclusions:

  • The narrow field output factor method effectively characterizes x-ray source size and position.
  • Accelerator design, particularly the presence of bending magnets, significantly impacts x-ray source geometry.
  • This technique is valuable for acceptance testing and quality control of linear accelerators.