Radiotherapy department energy storage equipment

What is radiotherapy equipment?

Radiotherapy equipment is a type of medical device used in cancer treatment. It is, however, just one element of cancer management services, which also includes early detection, diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, pathology, surgery, systemic treatment, and palliative care.

What types of radiotherapy equipment are covered in the technical specifications?

Major radiotherapy equipment covered in the technical specifications Category Item Major treatment equipment • LINAC • cobalt-60 teletherapy unit • brachytherapy afterloader (cobalt-60 or iridium-192 based) • superficial/orthovoltage X-ray unit Associated imaging equipment • conventional simulator • CT simulator • C-arm fluoroscopic X-ray unit

What is the current state of radiotherapy access worldwide?

Radiotherapy, a life-saving cancer treatment option, is still lacking in many parts of the world. New guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on the procurement of radiotherapy equipment could improve access to this treatment.

What equipment should be used in a radiation treatment room?

• An area radiation monitor with an acoustic/optical signal of radiation • A CCTV system for viewing of the treatment room from the console There shall be at last two in-room cameras at different locations in the treatment room and the in- room cameras shall have pan and zoom capability

Are guidelines available for radiotherapy equipment and staffing?

In this component of the HERO project, the availability of guidelines for radiotherapy equipment and staffing is examined. Under the QUARTS umbrella, a similar survey of European nations was undertaken ten years ago thus affording the opportunity to identify any significant changes in guideline development over time.

What are the functional requirements of radiotherapy software?

16Clinical department/ ward (if relevant) Radiation Oncology Department 17Overview of functional requirements Software to manage the flow and storage of information in radiotherapy. The software shall include modules for input of patient details, transfer of treatment plans to treat- ment units, and record and verification of treatments.