ArticleJournal of contemporary brachytherapy2022
3D printing of individual skin brachytherapy applicator: design, manufacturing, and early clinical results.
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- Computed tomography-based customized surface mould high-dose-rate brachytherapy for non-melanoma skin cancer of the scalp and face. Long-term results: Optimizing for reduction of late toxicity and improving cosmetic outcome.Journal of contemporary brachytherapy · 2026Article
- Innovative and Customized 3-Dimensional-Printed Mold Brachytherapy Treatment of Genital Extramammary Paget's Disease.Advances in radiation oncology · 2026Article
- Tailored contact brachytherapy for challenging facial basal cell carcinomas: clinical results of 3D printing technology implementation.Reports of practical oncology and radiotherapy : journal of Greatpoland Cancer Center in Poznan and Polish Society of Radiation Oncology · 2026Article
- Chronic radiation-induced dermatitis: what is new in 2024? A narrative review.Reports of practical oncology and radiotherapy : journal of Greatpoland Cancer Center in Poznan and Polish Society of Radiation Oncology · 2026Review
- Cylindrical silicone applicator for superficial brachytherapy of the finger: Design and manufacturing.Journal of contemporary brachytherapy · 2025Article
- Intensity-Modulated Interventional Radiotherapy (Modern Brachytherapy) Using 3D-Printed Applicators with Multilayer Geometry and High-Density Shielding Materials for the NMSC Treatment.Journal of personalized medicine · 2025Article
- Advantages of 3D printed patient-individual moulds in brachytherapy for facial skin cancer.Strahlentherapie und Onkologie : Organ der Deutschen Rontgengesellschaft ... [et al] · 2025Article
- 3D-Printed Devices in Interventional Radiotherapy (Brachytherapy) Applications: A Literature Review.Journal of personalized medicine · 2025Review
- The dosimetric value and safety evaluation of 3D printed bolus in adjuvant intensity-modulated radiotherapy after radical mastectomy for breast cancer: a prospective cohort study.Radiation oncology (London, England) · 2025Article
- Surface mold brachytherapy for head and neck non-melanoma skin cancer - local control rates and survival: A retrospective analysis.Journal of contemporary brachytherapy · 2024Article
- Individualized 3D-printed applicators for magnetic resonance imaging-guided brachytherapy in nasal vestibule cancer.Physics and imaging in radiation oncology · 2024Article
- Brachytherapy and 3D printing for skin cancer: A review paper.Journal of contemporary brachytherapy · 2024Review
- Dosimetric impact of applying a model-based dose calculation algorithm for skin cancer brachytherapy (interventional radiotherapy).Journal of contemporary brachytherapy · 2023Article
- A quick guide on implementing and quality assuring 3D printing in radiation oncology.Journal of applied clinical medical physics · 2023Review
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- Personalized Superficial HDR Brachytherapy-Dosimetric Verification of Dose Distribution with Lead Shielding of Critical Organs in the Head and Neck Region.Journal of personalized medicine · 2022Article
- Development and Preliminary Dosimetric Evaluation of a 3D-Printed Custom Tissue Compensator for Head and Neck Cancer Radiotherapy: A Proof-of-Concept Case Series.Technology in cancer research & treatmentArticle
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Abstract
Purpose: One of the main challenges in facial region brachytherapy is fixation of vendor-delivered standard applicators. Reproducibility can be maintained; however, there are frequent problems with applicator fitting to the skin surface in pleated regions. Manually prepared individual moulds require technological facilities and highly-trained staff. This article presents 3D-printed applicator preparation for a particular patient skin brachytherapy, using low-cost equipment and free software. We described applicator preparation in a step-by-step workflow. Material and methods: This study demonstrated preparation of a skin brachytherapy applicator for a challenging recurrent tumor located in the nose bridge. During first visit of patient, fiducial markers were placed to enclose treated region. Patient was computed tomography (CT)-scanned, and reconstruction of target volume and surrounding organs at risk (OARs) were performed using treatment planning system (TPS). In TPS on patient's surface, a 1-cm thick bolus was added as a body of applicator. Inside the bolus, source paths were designed, and pre-plan was prepared. Using Beben - DICOM to standard triangle language (STL) software, the body of applicator and source-paths from pre-planning was transformed into an STL file, which was used as a solid definition in 3D printing. Results: The printed applicator fitted very well, and its' placement was quickly consistent regarding placing and securing. CTV was slightly broader in treatment plan (0.34 cm Conclusions: A low-cost 3D printer and widely available PLA filaments seem feasible to produce individual contact applicators for skin brachytherapy. Beben - DICOM to STL software and presented workflow appear to be convenient and simple tool.
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