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

Jianhua JIN1, Ming LI1, Bo YUAN2, and Zhongya LI2、*
Author Affiliations
  • 1Department of Radiation Oncology, Tumor Hospital Affiliated to Nantong University, Nantong 226361, China
  • 2Department of Radiation Oncology, Yunyang County People’s Hospital, Chongqing 404500, China
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    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)

    DOI:10.11889/j.1000-3436.2024-0060

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