Title :
A Simple Device for Determining Patient Contours
Author :
Cytacki, E.P. ; Kelsey, C.A.
Author_Institution :
Medical Physics Section, Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis.
fDate :
3/1/1972 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Linear potentiometers and approximation circuits have been employed in a simple and inexpensive device which accurately reproduces the contour of a patient to within ±2 mm. Reliable measurement of patient contours is necessary for accurate dosimetry in radiation therapy treatments.
Keywords :
Biomedical applications of radiation; Dosimetry; Electronic circuits; Medical treatment; Potentiometers; Shape; Signal generators; Silicon compounds; Surface treatment; Voltage; Electronics, Medical; Humans; Radiation Dosage;
Journal_Title :
Biomedical Engineering, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TBME.1972.324060
