Computer Science: Faculty Publications

Towards 3D Web-Based Simulation and Training Systems for Radiation Oncology

Document Type

Contribution to Book

Publication Date

6-27-2007

Publication Title

Proceedings of the Computer Assisted Radiology and Surgery International Congress and Exhibition

Abstract

Radiation therapy is an effective cancer treatment solution, involving complex machinery and careful planning. Physicians find difficulty in visualizing the relative three-dimensional positions of linac (linear accelerator) components. We propose a graphical simulator for linacs that will improve the planning process, saving time and resources in generating the optimal treatment plan, and serve as a learning tool. Embedding patient-specific data (CT scans) in the interactive simulator advances the radiation therapy planning process by early detection of collision cases.

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