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The 2009 survey of therapy equipment and dosimetry practices in Australian radiotherapy centres*

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The results of a recent survey of Australian radiotherapy centres are presented. A total of 56 treatment centres were identified, operating 139 linacs, 26 kV units and 25 remote afterloaders. Of these centres, 51 participated in the survey (91%). Results are presented which summarize the beam qualities, dosimetry protocols, ion chambers and treatment modalities in clinical use. The results provide a snapshot of the equipment and practices used in radiotherapy in Australia in 2009.

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The authors would like to thank the radiotherapy centres for their time and cooperation in completing the survey.

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  1. Ionising Radiation Section, Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency, 619 Lower Plenty Road, Yallambie, VIC 3085, Australia

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Brown, R.L., Butler, D.J. The 2009 survey of therapy equipment and dosimetry practices in Australian radiotherapy centres*. Australas Phys Eng Sci Med 33, 285–297 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13246-010-0031-7

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