Routine verification of RapidArc ® plans using Epiqa TM
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چکیده
Epiqa TM is a program that allows to convert a dosimetric image acquired by an EPID into a dosemap and to compare the dosemap with a reference dose distribution. It is possible to utilize Epiqa for a verification of static as well as intensity modulated fields, including RapidArc ® fields. This text attempts to provide an overview of applied principles, describe the workflow, and discuss obtained results.
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