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Zhang H, Prado K, Langen K, Yi B, Mehta M, Regine W, D' Souza W. SU-E-T-387: Achieving Optimal Patient Setup Imaging and Treatment Workflow Configurations in Multi-Room Proton Centers. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888720] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Schinkel C, Christou C, Prado K, Yi B. SU-E-T-60: Can We Use the Same Gamma-Passing Rate When Performing 3-D Analysis as the One From Standard 2-D Comparison? Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Chen S, Yi B, Xu H, Yang X, Prado K, D' Souza W. SU-E-T-583: Optimizing the MLC Model Parameters for IMRT in the RayStation Treatment Planning System. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888919] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Zhang B, Chen S, Mutaf Y, Prado K, D' Souza W. SU-E-I-97: Smart Auto-Planning Framework in An EMR Environment (SAFEE). Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Henrich S, Rech TH, Warwzeniak IC, Moraes RB, Parolo E, Prado K, Vieira SR. Inhalation injury and clinical course in major burned patients. Crit Care 2014. [PMCID: PMC4069819 DOI: 10.1186/cc13502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Schinkel C, Rutenberg M, Yang X, Amin P, Vujaskovic Z, Prado K, Yi B. Dosimetric Effects of Daily Anatomic Variations When Treating High Risk Prostate With Whole Pelvis IMRT Using an Adaptive Strategy and Dual-Plan Superposition. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2013.06.1891] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Mutaf Y, Yu C, Nichols E, Yi B, Prado K, D' Souza W, Regine W, Feigenberg S. SU-C-103-02: Localization Accuracy of a Novel Prone Breast Stereotactic Immobilization and Localization System. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4813969] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Schinkel C, Mutaf Y, Prado K, Yi B. SU-E-T-121: Determination of MLC QA Criteria for Non-Split IMRT Fields Based On Clinical Quantification. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814556] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Zhang H, Prado K, Mehta M, Regine W, D' Souza W. SU-E-T-241: Achieving Optimal Treatment Workflow Configurations in Multi-Room Proton Centers Via Monte Carlo Simulation. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814676] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Chung H, Prado K, Kinsey E, Yi B. MO-D-108-06: Off-Axis Ratio Based Correction for the Determination of TMR for Flattening-Filter Free (FFF) Mode Beams. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4815240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Prado K, Ribeiro C, Furian T, Pinto Ribeiro R, Silvello D, Rohde L, Clausell N, Becker L. A clinical randomized trial on the use of atorvastatin in patients with sepsis or septic shock: effects on endothelial function. Crit Care 2013. [PMCID: PMC3643086 DOI: 10.1186/cc11999] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Pulliam K, Followill D, Court L, Dong L, Gillin M, Prado K, Kry S. MO-D-BRB-05: An Analysis of 13,000 Patient-Specific IMRT QA Results from 13 Different Clinical Treatment Services. Med Phys 2012; 39:3866-3867. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4735786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Kinsey E, Guerrero M, Prado K, Yi B. SU-E-T-38: Are the Calculation Methods for Determining Tissue-Maximum Ratios from Percent Depth Dose Valid for Flattening Filter-Free Photon Beams? Med Phys 2012. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4735094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Chung H, Yi B, Prado K. SU-E-T-536: Is BJR Supplement #25 Recommendation for Megavoltage Energy Independent Scatter Factor Still Valid for Flattening Filter Free Photon Beams? Med Phys 2012; 39:3829. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4735625] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Mutaf Y, Yu C, Zhang J, Yi B, Prado K, D'Souza W, Regine W, Feigenberg S. SU-E-T-399: Dosimetric and Geometric Evaluation of a Novel Stereotactic Radiotherapy Device for Breast Cancer: The GammaPod. Med Phys 2012; 39:3796. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4735488] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Kinsey E, Yang X, Prado K, Feigenberg S, Yi B. SU-E-T-403: Delivery Efficiency of StereoArc Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT). Med Phys 2012; 39:3797. [PMID: 28517214 DOI: 10.1118/1.4735492] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Traditional SBRT employs approximately 10 static beams with up to 20 Gy per fraction, requiring lengthy treatments which can be difficult for patients to tolerate, increasing the risk of movement, and causing discrepancies in the reproducibility of the breathing cycle. Commercial VMAT systems offer shorter treatment times with modulated beams; however, modulation is often not necessary or desired for small fields. Conformai arc therapy offers efficient beam delivery, but with only one aperture shape and constant beam weighting over all gantry angles. This study evaluates the efficiency of a new SBRT delivery Method: a conformai arc with multiple aperture shapes and variable dose rate. METHODS Three clinical SBRT cases were chosen for this study. Each static field was converted into an arc segment to create a StereoArc plan. Gantry angle ranges were determined from the clinical monitor units, with the MU/degree chosen to maximize the dose rate. All segments were merged into a single arc with variable dose rate. Dose distributions from the StereoArc plans were compared to the clinical static field plans using Pinnacle. Delivery times were compared between the static SBRT plans, both with and without Beam Automation, and equivalent StereoArc plans. All plans were delivered on a Varian TrueBeam using a dose rate of 1000 MU/min. RESULTS Dose differences between StereoArc and static plans were minimal. Delivery times for the static plans were 5-8 minutes, while delivery time with StereoArc was less than 3 minutes for all cases, which was equivalent to delivering the static plans with Beam Automation. CONCLUSIONS Delivery efficiency was improved up to 60%: from 8 minutes for static fields, to less than 3 minutes for StereoArc. StereoArc appears to be both an effective and efficient way of delivering SBRT for centers not wishing to modulate SBRT and without access to Beam Automation. This study is partially supported by NIH grant 1R01CA133539-01A2.
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Koch N, Yount C, Prado K, Nelson S, Jenrette J, Vanek K. SU-E-T-226: Clinical Implementation of a Gravity-Oriented Wedge for Total Body Irradiation. Med Phys 2012; 39:3755. [PMID: 28517304 DOI: 10.1118/1.4735289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To describe a TBI technique designed within the limits of a small-room geometry and its clinical implementation. METHODS Following construction of the universal treatment devices, including the double-wedge, beam spoiler table, and patient support table, commissioning consists of measurements to determine the output, tissue-phantom ratio, effective source distance, and off-axis factor. Dose is calculated by applying these factors per patient-specific measurements to arbitrary point in the patient. Typically, ten calculation points are located at mid-separation along the mid-sagittal plane from the head to the ankles. When areas of unacceptably high dose are calculated, custom compensators are constructed from 5-mm sheets of PMMA and placed over the patient on top of the beam spoiler table. The typical dose homogeneity of the planning calculations is within 2% of the prescribed dose. RESULTS To verify the accuracy of the technique, an anthropomorphic phantom was simulated and treated. In total, 128 thermoluminescent dosimeters (TLDs) were irradiated within the phantom. Concentrations of TLDs were located in the planes of selected calculation points, i.e. the head, neck, sternum, lung, umbilicus, and pelvis. Results showed the average dose to these locations differed from the intended dose by -3.5%, 3.4%, 2.6%, 9.5%, 2.8%, and 0.5%, respectively. Due to its heterogeneous material, a higher discrepancy in the lung dose was anticipated. To demonstrate the dosimetric size of the radiation field, ionization chamber measurements were taken on one lateral side of the treatment area at a constant depth of 5 cm. A few measurements on the contralateral side were within 1 %, verifying the field's lateral symmetry. The approximate treatment area for the current technique is approximately 180×50 cm. CONCLUSIONS We have demonstrated a small-room technique capable of meeting the dosimetric goal of TBI. To improve the dosimetric characteristics, new universal treatment devices are currently being designed and constructed.
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Correa-Silva S, Prado K, Oliveira L, Ono E, Camara N, Bevilacqua E. Comparison between cytokines in peripheral and placental compartment in renal-transplanted pregnant women. J Reprod Immunol 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jri.2012.03.422] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Husain ZA, Feigenberg SJ, Nichols E, Zhang J, Yu C, Prado K, Yi B, D'Souza W, Mutaf Y. Risk of breast fibrosis following irradiation using a breast-specific SBRT system compared with conventional APBI. J Clin Oncol 2011. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2011.29.27_suppl.116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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116 Background: To determine the dosimetric characteristics and risk of breast fibrosis using a normal tissue complication probability (NTCP) model in conjunction with a novel preoperative stereotactic radiotherapy system called the GammaPod. Results are compared with linac based post-lumpectomy APBI plans for the same cohort. Methods: The GammaPod breast SBRT system consists of a Co-60 irradiation unit in combination with an immobilization device with embedded fiducials. Eight patients were enrolled in an IRB-approved protocol and underwent CT scans in the prone position with breast immobilization. A preoperative target (GTV) was synthesized to match the tumor location and volume reported in imaging studies obtained prior to surgery (0.3-2.4 cc). The GTV was expanded by 1.5 cm to create a CTV, and a PTV was created using an additional 0.3 cm margin. The PTV was prescribed 25.5 Gy in 3 fx, which is radiobiologically equivalent to conventional APBI doses of 38.5 Gy in 10 fx. Following the radioablative experience in NSCLC, we also planned to deliver 60.0 Gy to the GTV+0.3 cm as a simultaneous boost in conjunction with the 25.5 Gy PTV prescription dose. For comparison, linac-based treatment plans were created for the same cohort following NSABP B-39 guidelines. Whole breast dosimetry was analyzed in terms of biologically equivalent dose (BED) and Lyman NTCP analysis was performed. Results: The volume of ipsilateral breast receiving 10, 20, 50, and 100% of the prescribed dose was substantially smaller in GammaPod vs. APBI plans, with cohort averages of 19.3, 13.0, 7.1 and 4.0% vs. 75.8, 67.3, 48.1 and 27.6% respectively (p<0.001). Even though the PTV equivalent uniform BED (EUD) was substantially higher in GammaPod plans (87.9 Gy vs. 57.3 Gy), the ipsilateral breast EUD was still smaller in these plans, 18.9 ± 5.0 Gy vs. 47.2 ± 3.2 Gy (p<0.001). Corresponding NTCP predictions for breast fibrosis rates following GammaPod and APBI treatments were 0.2 ± 0.1% vs. 2.8 ± 0.8% (p<0.001), respectively. Conclusions: The GammaPod system improves upon traditional post-lumpectomy linac-based APBI by decreasing dose to the ipsilateral breast as well as the predicted rates of breast fibrosis.
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Mutaf Y, Zhang J, Zhou B, Nichols E, Yu C, Yi B, Prado K, DˈSouza W, Regine W, Feigenberg S. MO-D-BRB-08: Optimization of the Collimator Design for a Novel Stereotactic Radiotherapy Device for Breast Cancer. Med Phys 2011. [DOI: 10.1118/1.3612961] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Yi B, Yu C, Lerma F, Prado K, Amin P. SU-E-T-448: A Dual-Plan Superposition and Adaptive Setup Strategy for the Reduction of Planning Margins in Whole-Pelvis and Prostate IMRT. Med Phys 2011. [DOI: 10.1118/1.3612402] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Mutaf Y, Zhang CYJ, Prado K, Feigenberg S, D'Souza BYW, Régine W. 406 poster DOSIMETRIC CHARACTERIZATION OF A NOVEL STEREOTACTIC RADIOTHERAPY DEVICE FOR BREAST CANCER. Radiother Oncol 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/s0167-8140(11)70528-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Nichols R, Huh S, Prado K, Yi B, Sharma N, Ho M, Hoppe B, Mendenhall W, Mendenhall N, Regine W. Protons Offer Reduced Normal Tissue Exposure for Patients Receiving Postoperative Radiotherapy (RT) for Resected Pancreatic Head Cancer. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2010.07.787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Schinkel C, Sahoo N, Tailor R, Vicic M, Prado K. TH-D-BRB-08: Validation and Implementation of Semi-Empirical Methods to Remove Detector Averaging From Profiles for Treatment Planning System Photon Beam Modeling. Med Phys 2009. [DOI: 10.1118/1.3182671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Vicic M, Ohrt J, LaNeave S, Tailor R, Prado K. SU-FF-T-293: Quantitative Determination of the Alignment of Accelerator Light and Radiation Fields Using Optical Methods. Med Phys 2009. [DOI: 10.1118/1.3181770] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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