Journal of Radiation Research and Radiation Processing, Volume. 43, Issue 1, 010301(2025)
Jaw automated tracking techniques in volumetric modulated arc therapy plans for multiple brain metastases
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Jianhua JIN, Ming LI, Bo YUAN, Zhongya LI. Jaw automated tracking techniques in volumetric modulated arc therapy plans for multiple brain metastases[J]. Journal of Radiation Research and Radiation Processing, 2025, 43(1): 010301
Category: RADIOBIOLOGY AND RADIOMEDICINE
Received: Jul. 10, 2024
Accepted: Oct. 17, 2024
Published Online: Mar. 13, 2025
The Author Email: Zhongya LI (李中亚)