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Objective:To investigate the difference of dose distribution between intensity-modulated photon radiotherapy (IMRT) and intensity-modulated proton radiotherapy (IMPT) in patients with non-small cell lung cancer.Methods:The clinical data of 8 patients with stage Ⅱ-Ⅲ non-small cell lung cancer who received radiotherapy in Ion Medical center of the First Affiliated Hospital of University of Science and Technology of China from November 2020 to April 2022 were retrospectively analyzed. IMRT and IMPT radiotherapy plans were created for each patient separately, the main evaluation indicators were targeted area dose distribution parameters [homogeneity index (HI), conformity index (CI) and the percent volume of volume wrapped by 95% and 100% of prescription dose profile in the targeted area (V 95% and V 100%)], and the average dose (D mean) to the organ at risk and the percent volume of a certain relative biological effect (RBE) dose exposure [D mean, V 5 Gy(RBE) and V 20 Gy(RBE) of ipsilateral lung, D mean, V 5 Gy(RBE) and V 20 Gy(RBE) of bilateral lung, D mean, V 30 Gy(RBE) and V 40 Gy(RBE) of heart, maximum dose (D max) of spinal cord, and D mean of esophageal]. Results:In comparison with IMRT, IMPT reduced the levels of dose parameters in bilateral lung, ipsilateral lung, spinal cord, esophagus, and heart with statistically significant differences (all P < 0.05), especially in D mean of bilateral lung [(4.1±1.8) Gy (RBE) vs. (6.9±1.9) Gy (RBE)], V 5 Gy(RBE) [(15.9±7.1) % vs. (28.5±8.6)%], V 20 Gy(RBE) [(7.4±3.5)% vs. (10.1±3.5)%], and D mean of ipsilateral lung [(9.1±4.5) Gy (RBE) vs. (11.9±3.3) Gy (RBE)], all decreased significantly (all P < 0.001), but the differences in the levels of targeted area dose distribution parameters between them were not statistically significant (all P > 0.05). Conclusions:For patients with non-small cell lung cancer, IMPT is superior to IMRT in the protection of bilateral lung, ipsilateral lung, spinal cord, esophagus and heart.
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Abstract A methodology for the simulation of ultra-peripheral collisions, specifically ultra-relativistic heavy ion 197Au-197Au and p-208Pb collisions, is developed. First, the fluxes of virtual photons as a function of the photon energy and the impact parameter are obtained using the Method of Weizsäcker-Williams. Then, the processes induced by photons in photon-hadron collisions γ+Au, γ+p and γ+Pb are simulated, neglecting the photon-photon contribution. The model is implemented in the code CRISP (Collaboration Rio-Sao Paulo), specifically designed for simulations of the nuclear environment. Cross-section, differential cross-section, multiplicity, invariant mass spectrum, angular distribution and p T distribution in 197Au-197Au and p-208Pb collisions are obtained, and a comparison with experimental data is accomplished in order to validate the model.
Resumen Una metodología para la simulación de colisiones ultraperiféricas, específicamente colisiones ultrarelativistas de iones pesados 197Au-197Au y p-208Pb es desarrollada. Primero, los flujos de fotones virtuales como función de la energía del fotón y el parámetro de impacto son obtenidos, usando el Método de Weizsäcker-Williams. Luego, los procesos inducidos por fotones en colisiones fotón-hadrón γ+Au, γ+p y γ+Pb son simulados, despreciando la contribución fotón-fotón. El modelo es implementado en el código CRISP (Colaboración Rio-Sao Paulo), específicamente diseñado para simulaciones del ambiente nuclear. La sección eficaz, sección eficaz diferencial, multiplicidad, espectro de masa invariante y distribución de p T son obtenidas, y se realiza una comparación con resultados experimentales, con el objetivo de validar el modelo.
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Objective To study the effects of different dose 6 MV and 10 MV photons for classic conformal radiotherapy on cervical cancer patients with different height and weight,in order to provide guidance for clinical irradiation energy choosing for different patients.Methods Twenty-one recruited patients were divided into obese and non-obese group according to the body mass index (BMI).The 4-field classic conformal radiotherapy plans was designed and applied in both groups and the results were compared.Statistical analysis was carried out on the dosimetric parameters.Results The treatment plan of 10 MV photons could both reduce the maximum and minimum dose (Dmax and Dmin) of the target area PTV and increase the conformal and heterogeneity index (CI and HI),and change the median dose (D50) for non-obese patients,while it could not reduce the mean dose (Dmeen) for two groups.It was more effective in reducing Dmax and increasing HI for obese patients.The plan could also reduce the dose of organs at risk (OAR) near the PTV.Using 10 MV photons plan could more effectively reduce the low isodose volume of the patients and machine hops.Conclusions The 10 MV photons plan has many advantages in classic conformal radiotherapy for obese cervical cancer treatment.
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Objective To compare the dosimetric results of postoperative intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) using single-energy or mixed-energy photons in invasive thymoma patients.Methods Simulation CT images were acquired and clinical target volume (CTV),planning target volume (PTV) and organs at risk (OARs) were defined.Three sets of fixed-field IMRT planning were generated using 6 MV,10 MV and mixed 6/10 MV photons for each case.Monitor Units (MUs) for each plan were recorded after optimization,and parameters of PTV such as conformity index (CI),homogeneity index (HI) and dose to OARs were evaluated on dose-volume histograms.Results Near-Maximal dose (D2％) received by PTV was better in mixed-energy IMRT as compared with 6 MV(t =3.107,P ＜0.05).HI was better in mixed-energy than in 6 MV(t =2.924,P ＜0.05).There were statistically significant differences in CI among three IMRT plans.MU was higher in 6 MV than in both 10 MV and mixed-energy IMRT.The percentages of lung volumes receiving 5 Gy (V5),10 Gy(V10),20 Gy (V20),30 Gy (V30) and the mean lung dose (D) were also significantly different in most plans.V30 and V40 of the heart were comparable between 6 MV and mixed energy plans but better than in 10 MV plan.Conclusions If the reasonable choice of beam angles and number,and capability of energy selection according to beam directions,with combined advantages of low and high energy photons,mixed IMRT plans can improve the quality of IMRT plans in general and has clinical potential for postoperative radiotherapy of invasive thymomas.
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Se calcularon los números atómicos efectivos totales y parciales de tejidos mamarios sanos y malignos, utilizando el software WinXcom y su base de datos; en el rango de energía de 10 keV ≤ E ≤ 500 keV. Los cálculos realizados, correspondientes a los procesos microscópicos relevantes involucrados, muestran que mediantes los mismos es posible describir y diferenciar los tejidos mamarios sanos y malignos entre sí.
We calculated effective atomic numbers partial of healthy and malignant breast tissues, using WinXcom software and database, in the energy range 10 keV ≤ E ≤ 500 keV. Calculations corresponding to the relevant microscopic processes involved, show that is possible describe and differentiate healthy and malignant breast tissues each other using partial effective atomic numbers.
Os números atômicos total e parciais de tecidos mamários saudáveis e malignas foram calculados utilizando o software WinXcom e o seu banco de dados, na faixa de energia de 10 keV ≤ E ≤ 500 keV. Os cálculos realizados, correspondentes aos processos microscópicos relevantes envolvidos mostram que pode-se descrever e diferenciar os tecidos mamários saudáveis e malignas.
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Colors are capable of influencing many aspects of our lives, including our mood, mental state and energy level. According to color therapy, each color is thought to be associated with one of seven energy centers. The method of color therapy is based on the law of resonant colors interaction, conterminous to frequency characteristics of body. Colored light can be used directly on the body's health and immune strength, affecting the body and the emotions. It does not alter the material make up of the body, but rather the vibrational aspect, similar to homeopathy. The treatment itself involves the application of colored light to the acupuncture points on the skin with an instrument that resembles a simple penlight. Treatment by color can be performed on finger meridians, on chakras, painting the certain points by the certain color following the laws of colors interaction (and consequently, energies) and thus changing the energy potential (balance) both in the point, and in all meridian, and, hence, in organ.
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Objective To treat facial telangiectasia with long-pulse 1 064 nm laser combined with AFT 540 nm photons and to observe the effect.Methods The disease was treated with composite vascular therapeutic apparatus of Alma laser.According to skin type and treatment response,the different energy density and pulse width were chosen in the treatment.Results After 4-6 times of treatment,the totally effective rate in 60 cases was as high as 100%without scar formation and pigmentation.Conclusion Treatment of facial telangiectasia with long-pulse 1 064 nm laser plus AFT540nm photons is safe and effective.
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Conclusion Double-wave and low power intense pulsed light is a safe and effective treatment for sensitive facial skin.
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Objective To obsere the effectiveness of the Relume broad band ultraviolet B (UV-B) in repigmenting of the pregnant abdominal stretch marks. Methods In the study, 20 cases of pregnant abdominal stretch marks subjects were irradiated locally with Relume UVB phototherapy regimen. According to their skin variation, the wave length and frequency were chosen. The treatment was perfromed once a week with 6 weeks duration. Results Except 3 cases of non-compliance, 17 cases had been followed up for 4 months. 100% Subjects shown the increased pigmentation on the stretch marks. 29.4% (5 cases) obtained excellent result in repigmentation. 70.6% (12 cases) were satisfied. Conclusion The Relume UV-B phototherapy can be a useful treatment option for the pregnant abdominal stretch marks with safety and efficacy.
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Objective To explore the clinical efficacy of photoreju ve nation in the treatment of face telangiectasias by intense pulsed light. Methods A total of 56 patients (age ranged from 27～39 years ) wh o suffered from telangiectasias were cured in this hospital since November 2001. Results All the cases were divided into three clinical grou ps: mild, intermediate and severe. After the treatment of 4 to 8 times, 17 patie nts were cured (30.4 %), 23 patients with significant improvement (41.0 %), 13 p atients with improvement (23.3 %), and no effect in 3 cases (5.3 %). Co nclusions Intense pulsed light is an excellent new technique for f ace telangiectasias. Correct operation parameters are important factors for sati sfactory clinical efficacy.