Pan-Canadian assessment of image guided adaptive radiation therapy and the role of the radiation therapist.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Adaptive radiation therapy (ART) is a close-looped process where anatomic changes observed during treatment are identified, leading to plan modification prior to treatment delivery. The aim of this study was to explore the status of ART across Canada and review the impact of adaptive technologies on the roles and responsibilities of Radiation Therapists (RTTs).

Materials and methods

Study information and a link to a 30-question survey was sent via email to the RTT manager of all cancer centres across Canada (n = 48). The survey questions included centre demographics, presence of offline and/or online ART activities as standard of care, corresponding roles and responsibilities of the multidisciplinary team, and training activities. The survey was administered electron

SUBMITTER: Moreira A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11835646 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature