Imaging Technology News 9/08

ASTRO SHOW PREVIEW Orfit Unveils New Mask Technology Orfit Industries America’s Efficast thermoplastic mask, part of the Raycast High-precision Patient Immobilization/Positioning System, which applies a new technology for head, neck and shoulder immobilization systems used in radiation therapy, will be on display at ASTRO 2008. The system is said to allow for less than 2 mm of movement by the patient. Orfit is also offering a handson demonstration of the system for the duration of the show. Orfit Industries America | www.orfit.com Elekta Debuts Solution to Extend Gamma Knife Utilization Elekta will debut its eXtend program, a complete system for extending the utilization of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion, at ASTRO 2008. Providing cross-functional advantages in both stereotactic radiosurgery and stereotactic radiation therapy, the rigid carbon-fiber construction of the extend frame provides maximum stability, reportedly enabling the most accurate, noninvasive localization available. Physicians can choose a noninvasive fixation method for targets where treatment accuracy is still crucial, but not paramount. The eXtend is pending FDA 510(k) clearance and is not yet available for commercial sale in the U.S. Elekta | www.elekta.com FDA Clears BrainLAB’s Monte Carlo Dose Engine BrainLAB said it received 510(k) clearance for its Monte Carlo Dose Calculation Algorithm, which is already being used at several clinical cooperation sites worldwide. The BrainLAB Monte Carlo Dose Calculation software is a high-performance Monte Carlo algorithm for therapeutic photon beams supporting nearly all linear accelerator and multileaf collimator (MLC) types. Monte Carlo is now available as an option on the iPlan RT Dose treatment planning software. Dose calculations can be completed within seconds for conformal beam and dynamic arc treatments and within a few minutes for complex IMRT cases. BrainLAB | www.brainlab.com Multiple oﬀset lumens optimize dosimetric coverage of targeted tissue while minimizing radiation dose to skin and ribs Vacuum ports enable the removal of ﬂuid & air and facilitate tissue conformance to the balloon for more uniform dosing Polyurethane balloon maintains symmetry and reduces potential for balloon rupture Bionix Thigh and Foot Positioners Designed for Comfort The Bionix Comfort Hold Thigh & Foot Positioner is the newest product in the line of patient positioning devices from Bionix. The Comfort Hold Thigh Positioner aims for a comfortable foam. It consists of a dual channel riser to support the legs at a 115degree bend at the knee. The Comfort Hold Foot Positioner features foamed lined foot cups designed to provide additional comfort. It also features multiple positioning holes to allow the foot plate to move anterior or posterior to the patient in the supine position. Bionix | www.bionixrt.com Customer Service 877-210-1300 customerservice@senorx.com www.senorx.com | ITN | 25 September 2008 http://www.elekta.com http://www.orfit.com http://www.brainlab.com http://www.senorx.com http://www.bionixrt.com http://www.senorx.com

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Imaging Technology News 9/08 Contents IGRT How IGRT Targets the Prostate ASTRO Oncology Information Management Systems (OIMS) Imaging Leading the Intense Race Against Cancer SBRT - The New Treatment of Choice Top IMRT/IGRT Centers to Watch Molecular Imaging: Ready for the Limelight CR or DR in the ER? Have You Hit the Glass Ceiling?

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