Clinical applications of conformity index and homogeneity index

VernacularTitle:适形指数和均匀性指数的临床应用
Author: Yan SHAO ¹ ; Hao WANG ; Hua CHEN ; Hengle GU ; Zhiyong XU
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1. 210000,上海交通大学附属胸科医院放疗科
Keywords: Radiotherapy; Conformity index; Homogeneity index
From: Chinese Journal of Radiological Medicine and Protection 2017;37(9):717-721
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: With the development of technology, several treatment plans can be got easily. There are many parameters related to the treatment in each plan and it is not only complex but also time-consuming to analyze them. So it is difficult for radiation oncologists to choose a plan. In order to solve the problem, a fast tool was developed integrating parameters such as conformity index and homogeneity index. This paper reviewed the type development, formula and features of conformity index and homogeneity index, in order to provide reference for users.