X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices – Specific application – Absorption
Reexamination Certificate
2007-01-09
2007-01-09
Glick, Edward J. (Department: 2882)
X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices
Specific application
Absorption
C378S149000, C378S151000, C378S152000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10308090
ABSTRACT:
A new optimization method for generating treatment plans for radiation oncology is described and claimed. This new method works for intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), intensity modulated arc therapy (IMAT), and hybrid IMRT.
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Earl Matt A.
Shepard David M.
Yu Xinsheng
Glick Edward J.
Sughrue & Mion, PLLC
University of Maryland Baltimore
Yun Jurie
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