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A new method of lower extremity immobilization in radiotherapy

Authors: Xuhai Zheng, Tangzhi Dai, Xiaochuan Shu, Yuanxue Pu, Gang Feng, Xuesong Li, Dongbiao Liao, Xiaobo Du

Published in: Radiation Oncology | Issue 1/2012

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We developed a new method for immobilization of the fix lower extremities by using a thermoplastic mask, a carbon fiber base plate, a customized headrest, and an adjustable angle holder. The lower extremities of 11 patients with lower extremity tumors were immobilized by this method. CT simulation was performed for each patient. For all 11 patients, the device fit was suitable and comfortable and had good reproducibility, which was proven in daily radiotherapy.

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Title: A new method of lower extremity immobilization in radiotherapy
Authors: Xuhai Zheng
Tangzhi Dai
Xiaochuan Shu
Yuanxue Pu
Gang Feng
Xuesong Li
Dongbiao Liao
Xiaobo Du
Publication date: 01-12-2012
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Radiation Oncology / Issue 1/2012
Electronic ISSN: 1748-717X
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/1748-717X-7-27

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