INDUCED RADIOACTIVITY AND PERSONNEL EXPOSURE IN HEAVY ION THERAPY: A SIMULATION STUDY
Heavy-ion radiotherapy provides high treatment precision but is accompanied by induced radioactivity, which can be a source of radiation exposure for medical staff. This study analyzes induced radioactivity in a heavy-ion treatment room using FLUKA Monte Carlo simulations code. The research includes short-term and long-term irradiation scenarios to assess radiation exposure for staff. The results revealed the formation of numerous radionuclides, which helped propose measures to reduce occupational exposure and improve safety in heavy-ion therapy centers
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