51
|
Browning J, Bryans A, Camilleri-Brennan J, Patel N, Price R. WHAT DO YOUNG PEOPLE WANT FROM THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT? Arch Emerg Med 2015. [DOI: 10.1136/emermed-2015-205372.64] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
|
52
|
Price R. TU-EF-BRA-03: Free Induction Decay (without the Decay) and Spin-Echo Imaging. Med Phys 2015. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4925680] [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
|
53
|
Eldib A, Chibani O, Jin L, Li J, Veltchev I, Price R, Mora G, Ma C. SU-C-BRB-05: Investigation of Conformal Arc Therapy Utilizing Newly Designed Cobalt 60 Machine. Med Phys 2015. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4923808] [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
|
54
|
Lin T, Eldib A, Hossain M, Price R, Ma C. SU-E-T-522: Investigation of Underdosage of Total Body Irradiation with Bilateral Irradiation Scheme. Med Phys 2015. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4924884] [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
|
55
|
Price R, Meyer J, Horwitz E, Ma C. SU-E-T-747: The Use of the EQD2 Formalism and Repair Estimates in the Re-Irradiation Setting and Correlation with Patient Follow-Up Data. Med Phys 2015. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4925111] [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
|
56
|
Grice J, Pickens D, Price R. SU-D-210-02: A New Phantom Design for Routine Doppler Ultrasound Testing. Med Phys 2015. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4923917] [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
|
57
|
Price R. MO-AB-207-02: ACR Update in MR. Med Phys 2015. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4925283] [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
|
58
|
Jin L, Eldib A, Li J, Price R, Ma C. SU-E-T-632: Preliminary Study On Treating Nose Skin Using Energy and Intensity Modulated Electron Beams with Monte Carlo Based Dose Calculations. Med Phys 2015. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4924995] [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
|
59
|
Price R, Miller L, Hicks B, Higgs A. The introduction, deployment and impact of assistant practitioners in diagnostic radiography in Scotland. Radiography (Lond) 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.radi.2014.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
|
60
|
McCoy S, Hsu LY, Jirikowic T, Price R, Ciol M, Kartin D. Sensorimotor training to affect balance, engagement, and learning for children with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. Physiotherapy 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.physio.2015.03.1828] [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]
|
61
|
De Weerdt E, Pauwels K, Preece D, Price R, Simoens S, Casteels M, Huys I. DD-015 How should drug shortages be defined? a review. Eur J Hosp Pharm 2015. [DOI: 10.1136/ejhpharm-2015-000639.179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
|
62
|
Burton L, Price R, Barr K, McAuley S, Allen J, Clinton A, Phillips G, Marwick C, McMurdo M, Witham M. S13 Incidence And Risk Factors For The Development Of Hospital Acquired Pneumonia In Older Hospitalised Patients. Thorax 2014. [DOI: 10.1136/thoraxjnl-2014-206260.19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
|
63
|
Li J, Veltchev I, Price R, Ma C. Dose Delivery Accuracy of VMAT with Frequent Interruptions. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2014.05.2518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
|
64
|
Okal A, Matissek KJ, Matissek SJ, Price R, Salama ME, Janát-Amsbury MM, Lim CS. Re-engineered p53 activates apoptosis in vivo and causes primary tumor regression in a dominant negative breast cancer xenograft model. Gene Ther 2014; 21:903-12. [PMID: 25077773 PMCID: PMC4324557 DOI: 10.1038/gt.2014.70] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2014] [Revised: 06/11/2014] [Accepted: 06/24/2014] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
Abstract
Inactivation of p53 pathway is reported in more than half of all human tumors and can be correlated to malignant development. Missense mutation in the DNA binding region (DBD) of p53 is the most common mechanism of p53 inactivation in cancer cells. The resulting tumor-derived p53 variants, similar to wild-type (wt) p53, retain their ability to oligomerize via the tetramerization domain (TD). Upon hetero-oligomerization, mutant p53 enforces a dominant negative effect over active wt-p53 in cancer cells. To overcome this barrier, we have previously designed a chimeric superactive p53 (p53-CC) with an alternative oligomerization domain capable of escaping transdominant inhibition by mutant p53 in vitro. In this report, we demonstrate the superior tumor suppressor activity of p53-CC and its ability to cause tumor regression of the MDA-MB-468 aggressive p53-dominant negative breast cancer tumor model in vivo. In addition, we illustrate the profound effects of the dominant negative effect of endogenous mutant p53 over wt-p53 in cancer cells. Finally, we investigate the underlying differential mechanisms of activity for p53-CC and wt-p53 delivered using viral-mediated gene therapy approach in the MDA-MB-468 tumor model.
Collapse
|
65
|
Price R, Vance S, Cattaneo R, Schultz L, Elshaikh M, Chetty I, Glide-Hurst C. SU-F-18C-06: Prospective Patient Evaluation of Iterative Reconstruction in Radiation Oncology. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4889090] [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
|
66
|
Price R, Berns E, Hangiandreou N, McNitt-Gray M. TU-A-18C-01: ACR Accreditation Updates in CT, Ultrasound, Mammography and MRI. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4889229] [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
|
67
|
Price R, Veltchev I, Cherian G, Ma C. SU-E-T-462: Fixed-Jaw Optimization for Critical Structure Sparing in IMRT Treatment Planning: Beam Modeling Cautions for Non-Routine Use. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888795] [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
|
68
|
Jin L, Price R, Fan J, Wang L, Meyer J, Ma C. SU-E-T-545: A MLC-Equipped Robotic Radiosurgery-Radiotherapy Combined System in Treating Hepatic Lesions: Delivery Efficiency as Compared to a Standard Linac for Treating Hepatic Lesions. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888879] [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
|
69
|
Carver D, Kost S, Pickens D, Price R, Stabin M. SU-F-18C-09: Assessment of OSL Dosimeter Technology in the Validation of a Monte Carlo Radiation Transport Code for CT Dosimetry. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4889094] [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
|
70
|
Ma C, Lin M, Chen L, Price R, Li J, Kang S, Wang P, Lang J. TH-C-12A-07: Implementation of a Pulsed Low Dose Date Radiotherapy (PLRT) Protocol for Recurrent Cancers Using Advanced Beam Delivery. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4889643] [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
|
71
|
Chen X, Fan J, Lin T, Price R, Chen L, Ma C. TU-F-BRE-02: A Practical QA Method for Respiration-Gated SBRT Verification Using 2D Detector Array. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4889310] [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
|
72
|
Chibani O, Eldib A, Price R, Mora G, Ma C. SU-E-T-238: Monte Carlo Estimation of Cerenkov Dose for Photo-Dynamic Radiotherapy. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888569] [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
|
73
|
Price R, Hearshen D, Wen N, Chetty I, Glide-Hurst C. SU-C-17A-04: Distortion Characterization and Correction of MR-SIM Images. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4889731] [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
|
74
|
Ma C, Chen L, Price R, Zhang Q, Zeng J, Xu K, Sun Q. SU-E-T-381: Radio-Dynamic Therapy (RDT) for the Treatment of Late-Stage Cancers. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888714] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
|
75
|
Cox W, Price R. What general practitioners require of diagnostic imaging departments: A case study. Radiography (Lond) 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.radi.2013.11.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
|
76
|
Gyedu A, Bingener J, Dally C, Oppong J, Price R, Reid-Lombardo K. STARTING A LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY PROGRAMME IN THE SECOND LARGEST TEACHING HOSPITAL IN GHANA. EAST AFRICAN MEDICAL JOURNAL 2014; 91:133-137. [PMID: 26859032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) is the second largest hospital in Ghana. Two years have elapsed after performance of the first laparoscopic cholecystectomy. OBJECTIVES To examine our experience and lessons learned. DESIGN Retrospective review. SETTING Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH). SUBJECTS We reviewed leadership support, the role of a surgeon champion, training of physician and OR staff, influence of surgeons from outside Ghana and equipment status. The results of laparoscopic cholecystectomies performed from 2010-2012 were compared with information available from open cholecystectomies over the same period. RESULTS Evidence of leadership support included equipment purchase and invitation of outside experts yearly from 2008. A KATH surgeon champion was identified in 2010. A dedicated OR team received training and exhibited excellent ownership of equipment preparation. Since 2010, 25 laparoscopic cholecystectomies have been performed, 17 independently by a single surgeon. Average operative time was 1.41 hours and length of stay (LOS) 1.5 days. Conversion rate was 4.0% (1/25). Complication rate was 20.0% (5/25), none involving haemorrhage or injuries to bile ducts or bowel. Median patient satisfaction score was 5 on a scale of 1-5 where 5 is most satisfied. Complication rates and hospital stay were lower than for open cholecystectomy (20.0% vs 34.5%, p > 0.05 and 1.5 days vs 6.6 days, p < 0.001 respectively). Operative times were on average 27 min onger for laparoscopic cholecystectomy (p < 0.01). CONCLUSION Laparoscopic cholecystectomy at KATH has become a reality with less complications rates, shorter LOS, and trends towards improved patient satisfaction. Expanding laparoscopic surgery in Ghana requires its inclusion into residency training programmes and public education about its benefits for both patients and physicians.
Collapse
|
77
|
Rios DC, Gilbertson T, McCoy SW, Price R, Gutman K, Miller KEF, Fechko A, Moritz CT. NeuroGame Therapy to improve wrist control in children with cerebral palsy: a case series. Dev Neurorehabil 2013; 16:398-409. [PMID: 23617243 DOI: 10.3109/17518423.2013.766818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE This case series examines the feasibility, specificity, and preliminary effectiveness of NeuroGame Therapy (NGT) for improving wrist control in four children with cerebral palsy (CP). NGT uses surface electromyographic (sEMG) signals routed through motivating computer games to improve motor control. METHODS Primary outcomes of NGT included feasibility (hours of play) and specificity (changes in sEMG activity during game play). Secondary outcomes included changes in co-contraction, range of motion, segmental alignment, and spontaneous upper extremity function following intervention. RESULTS Participants completed a mean of 8.8 hours of NGT over 5-6 weeks. Participants demonstrated dramatic improvement of the sEMG activity during game play. Several participants also showed improvements in range of motion, co-contraction, and spontaneous upper extremity function following NGT. CONCLUSION This case series provides evidence for the feasibility, specificity, and effectiveness of NGT. Future studies will pair NGT with functional practice to improve transfer of learning to daily activities.
Collapse
|
78
|
Hallman M, Zhu F, Turaka A, Hayes S, Tam T, Meyer J, Price R. Dose Conformity Predictors of Symptomatic Toxicity in Patients Treated With Stereotactic Body Radiation (SBRT). Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2013.06.139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
|
79
|
Gupta P, Shekhar R, O'Mahony MS, Karlsson J, Soderstrom A, Berggren AC, Sumukadas D, Price R, Leese GP, Trucco E, McMurdo MET. Bone, muscle and rheumatology. Age Ageing 2013. [DOI: 10.1093/ageing/aft097] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
|
80
|
Genovese L, Price R, Pickens D. SU-E-I-53: Radiation Dose-Dependent Characteristics of CT Images Reconstructed with Statistical Iterative Algorithms. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814163] [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
|
81
|
Glide-Hurst C, Price R, Adams J, Chetty I. TH-C-103-09: Potential Gains of Incorporating Iterative Reconstruction Into 4DCT. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4815789] [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
|
82
|
Veltchev I, Price R, Ma C. SU-E-T-141: Evening Output Check Improves Daily QA Reliability. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814576] [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
|
83
|
Veltchev I, Lin M, Price R, Ma C. SU-E-T-173: Patient-Specific IMRT QA for Large Volume CyberKnife Plans Using MatriXX. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814608] [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
|
84
|
Fan J, Wang L, Jin L, Xu Q, Chen X, Li J, Price R, Ma C. SU-E-T-422: Evaluation of PTV Dose Margins for Lung SBRT On Cyberknife Treatment. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814856] [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
|
85
|
Lin M, Li J, Wang L, Fourkal E, Price R, Fan J, Ma C. SU-E-T-705: Investigation of the Planning Strategy with Dual-Algorithm for Small Lesions in the Heterogeneous Region. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4815132] [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
|
86
|
Lin M, Veltchev I, Li J, Price R, Fan J, Jin L, Koren S, Ma C. MO-F-108-12: Evaluation of the Planar Ion Chamber and the Cylindrical Diode Arrays for Extracranial Cyberknife Patient Specific QA. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4815288] [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
|
87
|
Price R, Veltchev I, Ma C. WE-G-108-09: Modulation Severity as a Predictor for Patient-Specific IMRT QA Delivery Failure. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4815633] [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
|
88
|
Price R, Chetty IJ, Glide-Hurst C. TU-C-103-04: Comprehensive Characterization of Iterative Reconstruction in a Radiation Oncology Setting. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4815393] [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
|
89
|
Ma C, Shan G, Hu W, Emam I, Xu Q, Li J, Price R, Chen L. Dosimetric Evaluation of Interfractional Motion for Image Guided Prostate IMRT. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2012.07.1099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
|
90
|
Robertson K, Jiang H, Kumwenda J, Supparatpinyo K, Evans S, Campbell TB, Price R, Tripathy S, Kumarasamy N, La Rosa A, Santos B, Silva MT, Montano S, Kanyama C, Faesen S, Murphy R, Hall C, Marra CM, Marcus C, Berzins B, Allen R, Housseinipour M, Amod F, Sanne I, Hakim J, Walawander A, Nair A. Improved neuropsychological and neurological functioning across three antiretroviral regimens in diverse resource-limited settings: AIDS Clinical Trials Group study a5199, the International Neurological Study. Clin Infect Dis 2012; 55:868-76. [PMID: 22661489 PMCID: PMC3491853 DOI: 10.1093/cid/cis507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2011] [Accepted: 05/11/2012] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND AIDS Clinical Trials Group (ACTG) A5199 compared the neurological and neuropsychological (NP) effects of 3 antiretroviral regimens in participants infected with human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) in resource-limited settings. METHODS Participants from Brazil, India, Malawi, Peru, South Africa, Thailand, and Zimbabwe were randomized to 3 antiretroviral treatment arms: A (lamivudine-zidovudine plus efavirenz, n = 289), B (atazanavir, emtricitabine, and didanosine-EC, n = 293), and C (emtricitabine-tenofovir-disoproxil fumarate plus efavirenz, n = 278) as part of the ACTG PEARLS study (A5175). Standardized neurological and neuropsychological (NP) screening examinations (grooved pegboard, timed gait, semantic verbal fluency, and finger tapping) were administered every 24 weeks from February 2006 to May 2010. Associations with neurological and neuropsychological function were estimated from linear and logistic regression models using generalized estimating equations. RESULTS The median weeks on study was 168 (Q1 = 96, Q3 = 192) for the 860 participants. NP test scores improved (P < .05) with the exception of semantic verbal fluency. No differences in neurological and neuropsychological functioning between treatment regimens were detected (P > .10). Significant country effects were noted on all NP tests and neurological outcomes (P < .01). CONCLUSIONS The study detected no significant differences in neuropsychological and neurological outcomes between randomized ART regimens. Significant improvement occurred in neurocognitive and neurological functioning over time after initiation of ARTs. The etiology of these improvements is likely multifactorial, reflecting reduced central nervous system HIV infection, better general health, and practice effects. This study suggests that treatment with either of the World Health Organization -recommended first-line antiretroviral regimens in resource-limited settings will improve neuropsychological functioning and reduce neurological dysfunction. CLINICAL TRIALS REGISTRATION NCT00096824.
Collapse
|
91
|
Chen L, Ma C, Richardson T, Freedman G, Konski A, Chen X, Fan J, Price R, Meyer J. TH-E-BRA-03: Clinical Experience at Fox Chase Cancer Center for Treatment of Bone Metastases Using ExAblate 2000 with MR Guidance. Med Phys 2012. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4736364] [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
|
92
|
Fan J, Chen X, Koren S, Jin L, Chen L, Price R, Wang L, Hayes S, Tam T, Ma C. SU-E-T-638: Treatment Margins Expansion for CyberKnife Treatment Plans. Med Phys 2012; 39:3852-3853. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4735727] [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
|
93
|
Koren S, Price R, Veltchev I, Lin M, Fan J, Ma C. SU-E-T-53: 3D Dose Measurements Using the Planned Dose Perturbation Technique (PDP) for the Evaluation of Head and Neck VMAT Treatment. Med Phys 2012. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4735109] [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
|
94
|
Veltchev I, Price R, Ma C. WE-G-BRB-01: Per-Frame Analysis of MatriXX Data. Med Phys 2012; 39:3966-3967. [PMID: 28519601 DOI: 10.1118/1.4736187] [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
Abstract
PURPOSE One of the most widely used IMRT QA devices (MatriXX) is an array of ionization chambers which are periodically read during plan delivery. Although the ionization chambers are not expected to exhibit strong angular dependence, the measured dose distribution is often found to significantly differ from the planned dose distribution. We identify the origin of all factors that affect the measurement accuracy of the MatriXX and develop a per-frame post-processing strategy that reduces their impact on the passing rate of IMRT and VMAT plans. METHODS We developed software that reads the dose frame sequence recorded by the MatriXX and applies a number of correction factors to each frame. Angular correction factors are computed as ratios of measured dose at the isocenter of the phantom and planned dose at the same location for all clinically used photon energies. For every clinical case, the recorded movie file is read and the dose for every frame is corrected according to the angle of the beam. In addition, the background evolution is tracked in the 'beam-off' frames which are subsequently subtracted from the 'beam-on' frames according to a predictive model. Machine output correction is also implemented, which significantly improves the absolute dose measurements. The IMRT effective plane of measurement of the MatriXX was identified and found not to coincide with the isocentric plane. RESULTS The clinical passing rates are significantly improved when the per-frame analysis software was introduced in our IMRT QA procedure. For a group of 800 patients with no corrections the average passing rate was 93.6%, while for the first 300 cases with per frame corrections the average passing rate was 97.3%. CONCLUSIONS We identify all factors that impact the measurement accuracy of the MatriXX (angular effects, background evolution, machine output, plane of measurement) and propose a strategy for their elimination.
Collapse
|
95
|
Veltchev I, Fourkal E, Price R, Ma C. SU-E-T-590: Procedure for Verification and Inter-Comparison of IMRT Beam Models. Med Phys 2012; 39:3841. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4735679] [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
|
96
|
Hammonds J, Price R, Donnelly E, Pickens D. SU-E-I-76: Optimizing Imaging Parameters for a Novel Radiographic Imaging System for the Detection of Corrosion in Aluminum Aircraft Structures. Med Phys 2012; 39:3642. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4734793] [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
|
97
|
Carver D, Kost S, Clark J, Price R, Pickens D, Stabin M. SU-C-217A-04: Patient-Specific Dosimetry for CT Examinations in the Pediatric Population. Med Phys 2012. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4734646] [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
|
98
|
Price R, Koren S, Hossain M, Veltchev I, Galloway T, Flanagan P, Ma C. SU-E-T-554: PTV to Skin Proximity for Head and Neck IMRT Treatment Planning. Med Phys 2012; 39:3833. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4735643] [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
|
99
|
Lin M, Price R, Koren S, Li J, Ma C. SU-E-T-383: Pulsed Low Dose Rate Radiotherapy Using Advanced Treatment Methods: A Novel Technique for Patient Re-Irradiation. Med Phys 2012; 39:3792. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4735471] [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
|
100
|
Price R. TU-A-211-01: ACR MRI Accreditation: Process and Pitfalls. Med Phys 2012. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4735852] [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
|