ESTRO 2024 - Abstract Book

S3260

Physics - Detectors, dose measurement and phantoms

ESTRO 2024

perspective, the concordance correlation coefficient analysis unveiled that the ABS material, demonstrated an unsuitable classification for this investigation. Thus, out of the six materials tested, 3 turned out to be suitable as candidates for 3D- printed bolus (e.g., Premium PLA, Standard PLA and PET-G).

Conclusion:

Our study found that 3D-printed boluses are effective for delivering surface dosage, prepared from materials comparable to commercially available options. Based on the above presented results, our study identified Premium PLA, Standard PLA and PET-G as materials for 3D-printed bolus with statistically significant improvement in dose delivery. These findings emphasize the potential of 3D-printed boluses in optimizing radiation therapy outcomes.

Keywords: Dose Profiles, 3D-Printing, Bolus

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