Some theoretical derivations relating to the tissue dosimetry of brachytherapy nuclides, with particular reference to iodine-125

Journal Article · Tue Mar 01 00:00:00 EST 1983 · Med. Phys.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1118/1.595297· OSTI ID:6258367

Dale, R G

Using a Monte Carlo computer technique, tables of parameters have been derived which are of use in the dosimetry of brachytherapy nuclides in a variety of tissues and organs. From the results, it has been possible to derive relationships linking the composition of a tissue with the dose received at any location around an implanted source. Other factors, such as the relative importance of scattered radiation, spectral degradation, and integral dose, are also discussed. In particular, attention is drawn to possible dosimetric problems arising from the clinical use of /sup 125/I.

• Research Organization: Department of Medical Physics, Charing Cross Hospital, Fulham Palace Road, London W6 8RF
• OSTI ID: 6258367
• Journal Information: Med. Phys.; (United States), Vol. 10:2
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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