Optimization of Beam Orientation and Weight in Radiotherapy Treatment Planning using a Genetic Algorithm

Introduction: The selection of suitable beam angles and weights in external-beam radiotherapy is at present generally based upon the experience of the planner. Therefore, automated selection of beam angles and weights in forward-planned radiotherapy will be beneficial. Material and Methods: In this...

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Main Authors: Reza Faghihi, Mohammad Amin Mosleh-Shirazi, Fatemeh Moradi-Mocarram
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Mashhad University of Medical Sciences 2009-06-01
Series:Iranian Journal of Medical Physics
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Online Access:http://ijmp.mums.ac.ir/article_7295_befb926bfa5bf6968e5c8a1c5ac3b5b1.pdf