Comprehensive clinical implementation, workflow, and FMEA of bespoke silicone bolus cast from 3D printed molds using open-source resources.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Bolus materials have been used for decades in radiotherapy. Most frequently, these materials are utilized to bring dose closer to the skin surface to cover superficial targets optimally. While cavity filling, such as nasal cavities, is desirable, traditional commercial bolus is lacking, requiring other solutions. Recently, investigators have worked on utilizing 3D printing technology, including commercially available solutions, which can overcome some challenges with traditional bolus.

Purpose

To utilize failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) to successfully implement a comprehensive 3D printed bolus solution to replace commercial bolus in our clinic using a series of open-source (or free) software products.

Methods

3D printed molds for bespoke bolus wer

SUBMITTER: Hobbis D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11539970 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature