Advanced Physics for Brachytherapy 2018

Objectives :

After this lecture the attendants should:

➢ have a clear understanding of:

• dosimeter selection criteria & brachytherapy dosimetry challenges ➢ be familiar with: • a general terminology introduced to describe dosimeter characteristics • a general formalism for absorbed dose measurement • the key properties & operational features of utilized dosimeters (mainly TLD and radiochromic Film) ➢ be informed of: • current trends • relevant literature • sources for further reading