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LIAC HWL Radiation Protection
With LIAC HWL, SIT launched the first IOeRT accelerator capable of operating in any standard operating room, solving completely any radiation protection issues.
LIAC HWL technology demonstrated its value and effectiveness even when installed in countries with a very strict approach to radiation protection like Belgium.
Today, SIT is able to simulate and determine, using input data, LIAC HWL radiation protection behavior according to a given architectural space. Such extraordinary and patented radiation protection performances, combined with LIAC HWL compact design and light weight, ensure the system fitting into any standard OR avoiding architectural modification.
According to NCRP 151, in a standard non-shielded operating room no specific protection is required for upstairs and patient level, with a weekly workload around 100 Gy/week (5 full dose or 10 boost treatment).
The only shielding needed may be the beam absorber, in order to protect downstairs areas (IORT dedicated linac radiation protection: A novel approach, G. Felici et al., Physica Medica 12/2018; 56:271-272., DOI: 10.1016/j.ejmp.2018.04.357; IORT & stray radiation: comparison of 2 commercial linacs, Stevens P et al., (2019), ESTRO 38, DOI:10.13140/RG.2.2.25173.88804).
FAQ about Radiation Protection
Why a radioprotection plan is important?
The compilation of a radioprotection preliminary plan is strictly connected to the smooth and successful LIAC HWL installation and clinical use.
Who is responsible for the compilation of the radioprotection plan?
The Purchaser/End User must appoint a Radiation Protection Officer who is responsible for the Radioprotection plan against the local authorities.
What kind of information do I need to prepare an accurate radioprotection plan?
Preparing an accurate radiation protection plan is very easy!
Only the following installation site data are required:
- – arcitectural structure of the operating room
- – electrical plant
- – radiation protection safety plants
- – required workload
- – surrounding rooms use and occupancy
How SIT can help you?
SIT is glad to share its experience providing support with the radiation protection plan calculated on the basis of the received data. However, be informed that SIT cannot be legally liable of the accuracy of data received by the Purchaser/End User.