Abstract:The aim of this work was to develop and incorporate a simple knowledge-based planning (KBP) tool into the volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) treatment plan production process and to determine whether the tool improved plan quality and consistency. A study of 92 existing clinical prostate VMAT plans showed correlation between the proportion of organ at risk (OAR) overlapping with the planning target volume (PTV) and various OAR volume-doses of clinical interest. Simple linear models were generated that pre… Show more
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