J Appl Clin Med Phys
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J Appl Clin Med Phys · Jan 2005
Errors in radiation oncology: a study in pathways and dosimetric impact.
As complexity for treating patients increases, so does the risk of error. Some publications have suggested that record and verify (R&V) systems may contribute in propagating errors. Direct data transfer has the potential to eliminate most, but not all, errors. ⋯ As R&V systems become more automated, more accurate and efficient data transfer will occur. This will require further analysis. Finally, we have begun examining potential intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) errors according to the same criteria.