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ArticlePhysics and imaging in radiation oncology2025

Nontoxic generalized patient shielding devices for total skin electron therapy.

Clinton Gibson, Joseph B Schulz, Amy Yu, Piotr Dubrowski, Lawrie Skinner

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Article in Physics and imaging in radiation oncology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

5 authors.

Clinton GibsonDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, 875 Blake Wilbur Drive, Stanford, CA.
Joseph B SchulzDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, 875 Blake Wilbur Drive, Stanford, CA.
Amy YuDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, 875 Blake Wilbur Drive, Stanford, CA.
Piotr DubrowskiDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, 875 Blake Wilbur Drive, Stanford, CA.
Lawrie SkinnerDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, 875 Blake Wilbur Drive, Stanford, CA.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This study evaluates alternative shielding materials to lead for protecting the scalp and nails during total skin electron irradiation. We tested a silicone helmet, tungsten-doped silicone mittens, and planar aluminum and copper shields. The helmet and mittens were created using 3D modeling software and fused filament fabrication printing, while the planar shields were machined and assembled with printed hardware. Transmission measurements showed transmission rates of 4.5%-6.8% for the mittens, 5.8%-9.1% for the helmet, and 7.5% for the planar shields. The silicone-based devices improve comfort and usability, and slight design changes can enhance coverage and application.

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3D printed bolusMycosis fungoidesTotal skin electron irradiation

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PMID40040745
PMCPMC11876760

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