Strahlentherapie und Onkologie : Organ der Deutschen Röntgengesellschaft ... [et al]
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To evaluate the structure quality (medical staff, linear accelerators, and patients) of radiotherapy units based on the clinical audits by the "Arztliche Stelle" (this institution is based on federal German law) in Baden-Württemberg. ⋯ Clinical audits by the "Arztliche Stelle" are highly effective to evaluate the structure quality of radiotherapy units. Based on these audits realistic data for staff requirements were gained. Making use of these data, guidelines for average minimum personnel necessary for good patient care were calculated. Personnel requirements may vary related to specific needs (teaching, research) of the treatment program and should be accounted for when discussing with the administration. The recommendations of the auditors of the "Arztliche Stelle" resulted in the new employment of additional staff.