Dosimetry of a dual photon energy linear accelerator

Journal Article · Sun Mar 01 04:00:00 EST 1987 · Med. Phys.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1118/1.596083· OSTI ID:6746889

Findley, D O; Forell, B W; Wong, P S

We describe the dosimetric characteristics of a newly introduced dual photon energy linear accelerator, the Varian Clinac 1800. Depth doses are compared with other accelerators of the same nominal accelerating potentials (6 and 10 MV). Field flatness at d/sub max/ and at 10 cm depth, depth of d/sub max/, wedge characteristics, output factors, and doses in the buildup region are presented.

• Research Organization: Department of Radiation Physics, City of Hope National Medical Center, Duarte, California 91010
• OSTI ID: 6746889
• Journal Information: Med. Phys.; (United States), Journal Name: Med. Phys.; (United States) Vol. 14:2; ISSN MPHYA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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