Energy deposition model for I-125 photon radiation in water |
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Authors: | M C Fuss A Mu?oz J C Oller F Blanco P Lim?o-Vieira A Williart C Huerga M Téllez and G García |
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Institution: | (1) Amersham, Buckinghamshire, UK;; |
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Abstract: | In this study, an electron-tracking Monte Carlo algorithm developed by us is combined with established photon transport models
in order to simulate all primary and secondary particle interactions in water for incident photon radiation. As input parameters
for secondary electron interactions, electron scattering cross sections by water molecules and experimental energy loss
spectra are used. With this simulation, the resulting energy deposition can be modelled at the molecular level, yielding detailed
information about localization and type of single collision events. The experimental emission spectrum of I-125 seeds, as
used for radiotherapy of different tumours, was used for studying the energy deposition in water when irradiating with this
radionuclide. |
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