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General Precautions

WARNING: Follow manufacturer’s recommended safety procedures for radioactive sources.

CAUTION: Do not drop or mishandle the Lucy 3D QA Phantom components.

CAUTION: Refer all servicing to qualified individuals.

CAUTION: Proper use of this device depends on careful reading of all instructions and labels.

WARNING: The Midchamber Plug with 4 mm Tungsten Ball contains ferrous material and should not be used in an MRI machine.

Warnings and Cautions alert users to dangerous conditions that can occur if instructions in the manual are not obeyed. Warnings are conditions that can cause injury to the operator, while Cautions can cause damage to the equipment.

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ii General Precautions1 Overview2 Lucy 3D QA Phantom Setup6 Setup in a frame interface8 Dosimetry QA Accessory Package Description14 CT Imaging QA Accessory Package Description19 MRI Imaging Accessory Package Description24 Radiation Alignment Pointers25 Additional Accessories Description44 Getting Started Checklist45 PositionVerificationandIsocenterAlignmentTesting46 StereotacticTreatmentVerification49 Descriptions of Lucy 3D QA Phantom Alignment Bases50 Maintenance50 Bibliography51 Parts and Accessories List52 FeaturesandSpecifications56 Service Policy56 Return Policy57 Customer Responsibility58 Warranty

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Overview

The Lucy 3D QA Phantom is designed to perform comprehensive quality assurance tests for an entire stereotactic radiosurgery/SRT procedure. It is compatible with CT, MR, and Angiographic imaging modalities. The phantom allows verification of treatment planning software calculations for volume measurements, distance measurements, image fusion and image transfer. Dosimetry verification is accomplished via components that accommodate ion chambers, film, MOS-FETs, TLDs and polymer gels.

The Lucy 3D QA Phantom is a high precision modular phantom with tolerances of 0.1 mm in all critical areas, Figure 1. The sphere's design includes an 81 x 81 x 35 mm cavity in the upper Hemisphere A for placement of

larger accessories. The lower Hemisphere C has 4 cylindrical cavities for placement of the imaging markers. A 85 x 85 x 10 mm cav-ity is located at the center of the sphere for smaller accessories. Imaging markers and accessories are always at known locations within the sphere's geometry. The cavities al-low users to add testing capabilities, as they become needed or available, without having to replace or modify the phantom.

The spherical phantom is typically mounted onto a Precision Leveling and Rotational Alignment Base or onto a manufacturer’s stereotactic frame interface via a position-ing assembly which permits 360° rotation in transverse, sagittal and coronal planes.

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The Lucy 3D QA Phantom is mounted on the Precision Leveling and Rotational Alignment Base, REF 70021, or in the Stereotactic Frame Interface for the specific SRS treat-ment system to be evaluated. The phantom thus mounted can then be positioned within the imaging systems used to obtain images for the treatment planning software, CT, MRI and/or angiography. The phantom is imaged, the images are imported into the treatment planning system and a treatment is planned for the phantom. The phantom is then moved to the SRS treatment facility and treated. All imaging, planning and treatment steps are performed with the phantom the same as they would be for a real patient. In this manner the entire imaging and treatment chain can be evaluated.

Whenever an image is transferred within the planning and delivery chain a potential for er-ror exists. By examining images of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom after every image transfer step one can identify and address any errors that may occur.

Many options exist for SRS treatment planning and delivery. To perform tests specific to the system being evaluated, the user must select the accessories appropri-ate for the required tests. An example of a verification protocol is given in this manual section Stereotactic Treatment Verification. The user must be aware that tests for their specific RSR system will vary depending on the operation of their system.

The Lucy 3D QA Phantom will assist in meet-ing the recommendations of TG 40 Compre-hensive QA for Radiation Oncology, TG 42 Stereotactic Radiosurgery, TG 53 Quality As-surance for Clinical Radiotherapy Treatment Planning, and TG 66 Quality Assurance for Computer-tomography Simulators.

Lucy 3D QA Phantom Setup

For a detailed description of using Lucy 3D QA Phantom in a quality assurance program, please see "Lucy The Quality Assurance Phantom for Precision Radiation Therapy," Peter O'Brien, PhD and Ramani Mamase-shan, PhD; 2001.

The locations for accessories within the Lucy 3D QA Phantom are shown in Figure 1. Figures 2 and 3 show how the Lucy 3D QA Phantom can be positioned in transverse, sagittal or coronal planes. This positioning can be accomplished with the SRS Frame Interfaces or with the Precision Leveling and Rotational Alignment Base.

Lucy 3D QA Phantom Sphere includes(See Figure 1a):

1 Hemisphere locating pins (2)2 Hemisphere screws (2)3 Slotted screw plugs (2)4 Hemisphere screw cavitys (2)5 Short filler plug (1)6 Short filler plug cavity (1)7 Long filler screw cavity (1)8 Marker cylinders (4)9 Marker cylinder cavities (4)10 Cavity 81 x 81 x 35 mm (1)11 Cavity 81 x 81 x 10 mm (1)12 Lucy Midchamber Plug 85 x 85 x 10 mm (1)13 Filler plugs (4)

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Figure 3: Lucy 3D QA Phantom shown in sagittal mounting position on standard base

Figure 2: Lucy 3D QA Phantom shown in transverse mounting position on standard base

Figure 3a: Standard Base for the Lucy 3D QA Phantom, including Standard Clamp

Standard Base Includes:1 Standard Veritcal Support2 Posterior Base3 Counterbalance weight of lead4 Anterior Base5 Leveling Screws (3)

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In order to position the Lucy 3D QA Phantom in the exact coordinate systems of com-mercially available stereotactic radiosurgery systems precision frame interfaces are available. When assembled correctly the center of the Lucy 3D QA phantom and/or its accessories are placed at the isocenter of the specific stereotactic system when the head frame of said system is locked into place. This allows the user to easily set up the phantom accurately and repeatedly for imaging and treatment delivery QA.

Setup in a frame interface

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The following explanation is specific to the Lucy Fraxion Stereotactic Frame Interface but can be applied to any of the other inter-faces available.

Make sure you have all of the parts neces-sary for the setup. You should have:

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Or if an accessory is attached as shown in figure 4c (Isocenter Alignment Pointer from the Elekta Fraxion Frame Isocenter Align-ment Interface shown).

The finished assembly can then be installed into the manufacturer’s frame which can then be locked into the stereotactic coordinate system.

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Dosimetry QA Accessory Package Description

This package includes the following ac-cessories:

• Dosimetry Insert for Ion Chamber (multiple REF numbers)

• Dosimetry Film Cassette for three 2.5" x 2.5" films (REF 70084)

• Target / Treatment Verification Film Cassette (REF 70078)

Dosimetry Insert for Ion Chamber (mul-tiple REF numbers)This insert is used to verify a prescribed dose at the exact center of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom. The insert in made so the center of the ion chamber’s active volume is positioned at the geometric center of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom. A clamp is provided to fix the chamber is position. The insert can be made to accommodate any of the small ion chambers typically used for small field dosimetry. The thickness of the insert is 10 mm so the overall thickness of the ion chamber and cable must be less than 10 mm. A single insert can only accommodate a specific model ion chamber, however multiple inserts for different ion chambers can be used interchangeably with one Lucy 3D QA Phantom.

Figure 5: Dosimetry Insert for Ion Chamber, this example shows an Exradin A16 Ion Chamber

Figure 7: Lucy 3D QA Phantom assembled with the ion chamber locked in position

Figure 6: Open Lucy 3D QA Phantom showing the Exradin A14SL or A16 Microchamber in position.

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Figure 8: Schematic of Dosimetry Insert for Ion Chamber (Exradin A16 version) showing dimensions in mm

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Dosimetry Film Cassette for three 2.5" x 2.5"films(REF70084)This cassette positions three films at the exact center of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom for film dosimetry measurements. The two films on either side of the central film are separated by 2.25 mm acrylic spacers. The cassette and spacers are made of clear acrylic. One spacer has ten 1 mm holes for orientation purposes.

Figure 9: Dosimetry Film Cassette with the four spacers

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Target/TreatmentVerificationFilmCas-sette (REF 70078)This cassette is made of black acrylic so it can accommodate radiochromic or conven-tional therapy film. It positions one 3 inch film at the exact center of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom. There are sharp markers in the Target/Treatment Verification Film Cassette which will produce four impressions forming a square on the film equidistant from the centre. The Target/Treatment Verification Film Cassette has a fifth marker, a position indicator. This fifth orientation marker pro-duces an impression on the film and as well in the image. This marker will indicate the orientation of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom within the treatment planning system.

Figure 11: Open cassette showing both sides of the cassette and a close up of the markers

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• CT Marker Cylinders, set of four (REF 70072)

• CT Volume Insert with 3 irregular known volumes (REF 70076)

• CT Grid Insert for spatial distortion (REF 70075)

CT Marker Cylinders, set of Four (REF 70072)The CT Marker Cylinders and the MRI Marker Cylinders are used to evaluate the fusion function of treatment planning pro-grams. The CT Marker Cylinders are acrylic cylinders 10 mm in diameter and 25 mm in length. One end of the cylinders has a red ring etched into the cylinder for orientation purposes. They fit into cavities in one hemi-sphere of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom which are spaced on a rectangle 60 mm center to center. Each markers contains five 2 mm di-ameter aluminum spheres which are spaced 5 mm center to center.

CT Imaging QA Accessory Package Description

Figure 14: Close-up of the four cylinders

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CT Volume Insert with 3 irregular known volumes (REF 70076)This insert has three irregularly shaped air volumes of 250, 750, and 1750 mm3. The volume insert is used to ensure the integrity of the images as they are moved from one software program to another. Each time an image is transferred there exists the chance that an error may occur. Because the exact size and volume of the three geometries are known, any errors that occur can be quantified.


Figure 17: CT Volume Insert

Figure 18: CT Scan of the insert

Figure 19: Table of the three geometries with the areas and volumes listed

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CT/MR Grid Insert for spatial distortion (REF 70075)This insert is a two dimensional metallic grid specifically designed for checking im-age distortion and symmetry. Grid lines are visible at conventional settings for CT and MR scanners. The grid wires are 0.5 mm aluminum and are spaced 5 mm apart. The wires originate at the center of the insert.


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• MRI Marker Cylinders, set of four (REF 70074)

• MRI Volume Insert with 3 irregular known volumes (REF 70077)

• MRI Signal Generator (REF 70063)

MRI Marker Cylinders, set of four (REF 70074)The CT Marker Cylinders and the MRI Marker Cylinders are used to evaluate the fusion function of treatment planning pro-grams. The MRI Marker Cylinders are acrylic cylinders 10 mm in diameter and 25 mm in length. One end of the cylinders has a red ring etched into the cylinder for orientation purposes. They fit into cavities in one hemi-sphere of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom which are spaced on a rectangle 60 mm center to center. Each markers contains five 2 mm diameter spheres filled with mineral oil. The spheres are spaced 5 mm center to center.

MRI Imaging Accessory Package Description


Figure 24: Schematic of a MRI Marker Cylinder showing dimensions in mm

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MRI Volume Insert with 3 irregular known volumes (REF 70077)This insert has three irregularly shaped vol-umes which are filled with mineral oil. The areas are the same as that of the CT Volume Insert but the volumes are different because of the acrylic plates on each side to contain the mineral oil. The volume insert is used to ensure the integrity of the images as they are moved from one software program to another. Each time an image is transferred there exists the chance that an error may occur. Because the exact size and volume of the three geometries are known, any errors that occur can be quantified.

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MRI Signal Generator (70063)The signal generator fits into the large cavity of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom and contains a manganese chloride solution. The volume of manganese is required to produce enough MRI signal strength to im-age the MRI Marker Cylinders and the MRI Volume Insert.


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Radiation Alignment Pointers

The Radiation Alignment ISO-Pointer (REF 72279) can be attached to the Pre-cision Leveling and Rotational Alignment Base (REF 70021) or the Frame Interface appropriate for your stereotactic system. If installed correctly using the Frame Interface the center of the 5mm tungsten sphere is automatically placed at the isocenter of your system. The sphere is used for optical alignment and can also be used for radiation isocenter alignment when used with radio-graphic film or a portal imaging system, as described in:

A system for stereotactic radiosurgery with a linear accelerator.Lutz W, Winston KR, Maleki N.Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 1988 Feb;14(2):373-81. Figure 31: Schematic of Radiation

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IGRT Localization & Angiography Marker Cylinders, set of four (REF 70073)IGRT Localization & Angiography Marker Cylinders when used with the CT Marker Cylinders and the MRI Marker Cylinders are used to evaluate the fusion function of treatment planning programs. The IGRT kV and X-Ray Angiography Marker Cylinders are acrylic cylinders 10 mm in diameter and 25 mm in length. One end of the cylinders has a red ring etched into the cylinder for orientation purposes. They fit into cavities in one hemisphere of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom which are spaced on a rectangle 60 mm center to center. Each markers contains one 2 mm diameter lead sphere. The center of the sphere is placed 2 mm below the top of the acrylic cylinder.

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Dosimetry Film Cassette for Three 3.0" x 3.0" Films (REF 70091)This cassette positions three films at the exact center of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom for film dosimetry measurements. The two films on either side of the central film are separated by 2.25 mm acrylic spacers. The cassette and spacers are made of clear acrylic. One spacer has ten 1 mm holes for orientation purposes.


Figure 35: Cassette with the four spacers

Figure 36: Schematic of Dosimetry Film Cassette for Three 3.0" x 3.0" Filmsshowing dimensions in mm

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Dosimetry Film Cassette for Thirteen 2.5" x 2.5" Films (REF 70089)This cassette positions thirteen films in the large void in one hemisphere of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom for film dosimetry measure-ments. The cassette and spacers are made of clear acrylic. One spacer has ten 1 mm holes for orientation purposes.


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Figure 39: Schematic Dosimetry Film Cassette for Thirteen 2.5" x 2.5" Filmsshowing dimensions in mm

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Multiple Target Shapes Insert Kit (REF 76013)This insert provides complex geometric targets of known dimensions and volumes. Use this insert to assess if your treatment planning system can accurately re-create the target shapes. The kit includes the Dosimetry Film Cassette for Thirteen 2.5” x 2.5” films which can be used separately to verify dosimetric delivery. The insert contains two core target shapes with cor-responding avoidance structures which can be used to test complex dose delivery plans and a relative dose shape against objects of known dimensions.


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Dosimetry Insert for MOSFET Detectors (REF 70058)This dosimetry insert positions 15 MOSFET detectors in the central plane of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom. One detector is positioned at the exact center of the phantom. The size of the cavities are 2.5 x 8 x 1 mm.


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Dosimetry Insert for 3mm TLD Detectors (REF 70059)This dosimetry insert allows the positioning of up to 49 TLDs in the central plane of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom. One TLD is positioned at the exact center of the phantom. The size of the cavities are 3.4 x 3.4 x 1 mm.


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Dosimetry Insert for 1mm TLD Detectors (REF 70106)This dosimetry insert allows the positioning of up to 85 TLDs in the central plane of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom. One TLD is positioned at the exact center of the phantom. The size of the cavities are 1.5 x 1.5 x 1 mm.


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Electron Density QA Insert (REF 70104)

This insert provides four independent targets plus the surrounding material made of differ-ent CT electron densities, and is designed to fit inside the existing cavity in the Lucy 3D QA Phantom.

The insert measures 85 mm x 85 mm x 10 mm, and provided targets include Air, Adipose (nominal CT value: -60), Trabecular Bone (nominal CT value: 220) and Cortical Bone (nominal CT value: 850). The sur-rounding material is Blue Water (nominal CT value: 70).


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MRI Isocentric Volume Insert (REF 70107)


Developed in cooperation with Sam Han-cock, Ph.D. of Southeast Missouri Hospital this insert has a single isocentrically placed irregularly shaped volume which is filled with mineral oil. A 1 mm Brass Ball is centered within the insert for improved localization. The insert allows for complete end-to-end QA of the complete radiosurgery process. Perform tests including those for CT and MR, image fusion, treatment planning and treatment delivery all with a single system. Because the exact size and volume of the target is known, the integrity of images of

the insert can be checked for accuracy when the files are transferred from one software to another. Image fusion can be tested between different imaging modalities also. A plan can be created in the treatment planning com-puter to treat the volume and dosimetry tests utilizing the Dosimetry Insert for Ion Cham-ber (multiple REF numbers) and Target/Treatment Verification Film Cassette (REF 70078) can be completed. A PowerPoint presentation by Dr. Hancock outlining the use of this insert is available upon request from Standard Imaging.

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Designed to replace the standard Midchamber Insert with 4 mm Brass Ball for systems that do not produce enough contrast for the hidden Winston Lutz test described in the End – to – End Hidden Target Test on page 45 of this manual. A 4 mm Tungsten Ball is centered within the insert for improved localization. WARNING: The Tungsten Ball does contain ferrous materials and should not be used in an MRI machine.

Figure 56: Lucy Midchamber Insert with 4 mm Tungsten Ball

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Getting Started Checklist

Before you begin, review the following checklist:

1. When obtaining Dosimetric QA Measurements using:

Ion Chambers: Confirm you have the correct Dosimetry Insert for Ion Chamber Fig. 8, for the ion

chamber you will be using. Test the ion chamber with the Dosimetry Insert for Ion Chamber to be certain it

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Film: Confirm you have film available for the Dosimetry Film Cassette you will be using;

four Dosimetry Film Cassettes Fig. 10a, are available. Confirm film pieces have been cut to the proper size. Decide how the film density will be related to dose … using a scanning system or

visual inspection. If using film that needs to be run through an automatic processor, determine how

this will be done. Typically, the small piece of film is taped to the end of a large piece of film and then both are run through the processor.

2. When obtaining MRI Imaging QA Measurements:

The MRI Signal Generator Fig. 28, must be placed in the Lucy 3D QA Phantom when the MRI Marker Cylinders Fig. 23, and MRI Volume Insert Fig. 27, are imaged.

3. Allocation of time:

Ensure that adequate time is scheduled on imaging and treatment equipment for completing a Lucy 3D QA Phantom imaging and treatment session. Initially, several hours may be required.

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The Lucy 3D QA Phantom includes the Lucy Midchamber Plug with a 4 mm Brass Ball (REF 50209) and the Radiation Alignment ISO Pointer (REF 72279). Either of these can be utilized as a position verification and isocenter alignment test object.A Midchamber plug with a 4 mm Tungsten Ball is also offered as an optional accessory (REF 72288) for systems which the Brass Ball does not produce enough contrast (WARNING: The Tungsten Ball does contain ferrous materials and should not be used in an MRI machine)PositionVerificationSecuring the Lucy Frame Interface to your specific stereotactic frame can be a compli-cated process (see Setup of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom in a frame interface). If done cor-rectly the absolute center of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom or accessory will be automatically aligned to the isocenter of your system which is required so that measurements made with Lucy or Lucy accessories will be accurate.Using one of the Lucy Midchamber Plugs or the Radiation Alignment Pointer a simple test can be performed to verify the setup.1. Install the Lucy 3D QA Phantom or the

Alignment Pointer and frame interface into the patient treatment frame. Level the phantom and ensure it is parallel to the CT or MRI scanning couch.

2. Scan the phantom or the Alignment Pointer and the patient treatment frame using a series of CT or MRI slices. Ensure a complete series of images is acquired including the entire phantom or the Alignment Pointer. Ensure the fiducial markers of the patient treat-ment frame are visible on the scanned images.

3. Record the phantom or the Alignment Pointer orientation for any subsequent images that may be obtained, such as, sets of axial, sagittal and coronal images.

4. Import the CT and/or MRI images into the treatment planning software.

5. Using the fiducial markers of the patient treatment frame locate the machine isocenter of your treatment field.

6. Verify that the 4mm radio-opaque brass sphere of the Midchamber Plug or the 5mm radio-opaque tungsten sphere of the Alignment ISO Pointer is aligned with the machine isocenter.

End-to-End Hidden Target TestUtilizing one of the Lucy MidChamber Plugs a complete end-to-end test that mimics a patient treatment can be accomplished. 1. Install the Lucy 3D QA Phantom and

frame interface into the patient treat-ment frame. Level the phantom and ensure it is parallel to the CT or MRI scanning couch. WARNING: The Mid-chamber Plug with 4 mm Tungsten Ball contains ferrous material and should not be used in an MRI machine.

2. Scan the phantom and the patient treatment frame using a series of CT or MRI slices. Ensure a complete series of images is acquired including the entire phantom. Ensure the fiducial markers of the patient treatment frame are visible on the scanned images. WARNING: The Midchamber Plug with 4 mm Tung-sten Ball contains ferrous material and should not be used in an MRI machine.

3. Record the phantom orientation for any subsequent images that may be obtained, such as, sets of axial, sagittal and coronal images.


5. Using the radio-opaque marker as a treatment volume construct a simple treatment plan.

6. Utilize positioning tools and/or methods to set up the phantom in the treatment room.

7. Irradiate the phantom and acquire im-ages of the treatment fields utilizing the MV imaging system or film.

8. Evaluate the position of the radio-opaque marker in relation to the treat-ment field in the obtained images.

PositionVerificationandIsocenterAlignmentTesting

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StereotacticTreatmentVerification

Getting Started

1. Secure the Lucy 3D QA Phantom to the stereotactic frame. Level the phantom and ensure it is parallel to the CT or MRI scanning couch. Ensure the axis of the test insert being used is parallel to plane of the CT or MRI slices.

2. Scan the phantom and the patient treatment frame using a series of CT or MRI slices. Ensure a complete series of images is acquired including the entire phantom. Ensure the fiducial markers of the patient treatment frame are visible on scanned images. Note: The MRI Volume Chamber Fig. 28, may be used for either CT or MRI scans. The CT Volume Chamber Fig. 27, is only used for CT scanning.

The CT Marker Cylinders Fig. 14, and MRI Marker Cylinders Fig. 23, are used to evaluate the fusion function of treat-ment planning programs. If both CT and MRI scans are obtained, place the CT Marker Cylinders in the Lucy 3D QA Phantom during the CT scanning and the MRI Marker Cylinders in Lucy 3D QA Phantom during the MRI Scanning. Note: The MRI Signal Generator must be placed in the Lucy 3D QA Phantom when the MRI Marker Cylinders and MRI Volume Insert are imaged.

3. Record the phantom orientation for any subsequent images that may be obtained, such as, sets of axial, sagittal, and coronal images.


5. Construct a treatment plan using the imported CT and/or MRI images. The plan may be done for one of the volume inserts or for any target created by the user. Ensure the target is outlined and visible on the hard copy of the plan if required. Using your treatment planning

software, calculate the volume of the 3 targets in the volume inserts. Compare the volumes calculated within the treat-ment planning system to the known target volumes to confirm the correct volumes have been established by the treatment planning software. Note: Any imaging discrepancy should be noted for further action.

'Fusion' QA Process

6. If both CT and MRI scans are imported into the treatment planning software, the images can be fused using the tools within the treatment planning software. The accuracy of the fused images can be evaluated by comparing them to the known measurements described in the Lucy 3D QA Phantom specifications.

'Distance Measurements' QA Process

7. Exact manufacturing tolerances allow you to compare the Lucy 3D QA Phan-tom distance measurements to the distance measurements of images in treatment planning software. Distance measurements should be evaluated at every step of the imaging process as errors may occur whenever images are transferred from one program to another. The steps after which distance accuracy should be evaluated include acquisition of CT and MRI images, after transfer of the CT and MRI images to the treatment planning software, after the fusion and planning steps, and after saving and recalling plans from the record and verify software program. Distance measurements should also be verified in all planes used for treat-ment planning, transverse, sagittal, and coronal.

NOTE: Any discrepancy should be noted for further action.

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To perform distance measurements, first identify the isocenter(s) used in the plan relative to the coordinate system of the frame. Be sure the isocenter(s) are visible on the hardcopy printout of the plan. This hard copy will be used later to compare isocenter(s) and isodose curves to the actual dose measured by film dosimetry. Plans should be done in a transverse slice corresponding to the plane at the center of the target chamber and also in a perpendicular sagittal and/or coronal plane containing one of the isocenters.

Mark the isocenter(s) coordinates on the frame plates to enable treatment set-up, Step 9. This description is specifically for the case where laser set-up to marked points is used. For other techniques the actual set-up will be different.

'Dosimetry Measurements' QA Setup Process

8. Insert the Target/Treatment Verification Film Cassette Fig. 11, in the Lucy 3D QA Phantom. The cassette can accept commercially available radiochromic or conventional therapy film; if light-sensitive film is used, test the film cas-sette to ensure it is light proof. There are sharp markers in the Target/Treat-ment Verification Film Cassette which produce four impressions forming a square on the film equidistant from the center. The Target/Treatment Verifica-tion Film Cassette has a fifth position indicator marker. This fifth orientation marker produces an impression on the film and indicates the orientation of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom within the treat-ment planning system.

9. Place the Lucy 3D QA Phantom on the treatment couch using the frame and the marked coordinates to identify the treatment isocenters. Visually ensure

the orientation of the Lucy 3D QA Phan-tom is identical with the orientation used during CT and MRI scanning.

'Dosimetry Measurements' Treatment Process

10. Select the prescription dose, which is compatible with the sensitivity of the-film, and deliver the prescription dose to the Target/Treatment Verification Film Cassette within the Lucy 3D QA Phantom. Then treat the Lucy 3D QA Phantom with the selected prescrip-tion dose.

11. Process and handle the exposed film as needed depending on the type of film being used.

12. Locate the center of the film using the four marks that are on the film located towards each corner of the square. The fifth mark on the film will indicate the orientation of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom.

'Planned Dose to Delivered Dose' Com-parison Process

13. To compare the delivered radiation pattern with the planned dose distri-bution, the film density pattern must be registered with the planned dose distribution. To compare the planned dose to the delivered dose, an isodose distribution must be produced from the film and overlaid on the treatment plan isodose distribution. (Use the tools available within the treatment planning system to compare the isodose distribu-tion produced on the film to the planned isodose distribution or visually compare the developed film to the printed hard copy of the treatment plan.) Note: Any discrepancy should be noted for further action.

StereotacticTreatmentVerificationContinued

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StereotacticTreatmentVerificationContinued

14. In a similar manner, the Dosimetry Insert for Ion Chamber may be used to confirm prescribed dose at the exact center of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom. The TLD Dosimetry Cassette and the MOSFET Dosimetry Cassette may also be used for dosimetry tests.

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Descriptions of Lucy 3D QA Phantom Alignment Bases

Standard Precision Leveling and Rota-tional Alignment Base - REF 70021

The original standard alignment base (Figure 2) provides great functionality for many ap-plications where a specific stereotactic frame is not desired to be mounted in the testing scenarios, including:

1. The base is free-standing on flat sur-faces with three leveling feet to align or level

2. The spherical phantom extends over the base anterior, surrounded by air, permitting a large range of scanning or radation delivery approaches

3. The spherical phantom is repeatedly locked in the same position by way of a clampling screw ("neck") assembly

4. The spherical phantom may be mount-ed in a coronal, sagittal or transverse mounting position, creating repeatable coronal, sagittal and transverse planes of simulation

5. The spherical phantom may be rotated and locked to any of 360 degree posi-tions, in either coronal or transverse mounting, and repeated over time or place.

(General Electric) MRI Headcoil Base - MRGE-B

This supportive base performs the same functions as the Standard Precision Leveling and Rotational Alignment Base (REF 70021), with the exception of point 1. The concase plastic base cradles in the headcoil to permit typical T1 or T2 -weighted brain protocols to be run within the headcoil, simulating actual patient conditions. The supportive base is not compatible with large body coils.

NOTE: If the Lucy 3D QA Phantom is to be imaged in the body coil, the Simple Level-ing Base (REF 70038) may fit on the couch surface of some MR models. In either case, the Lucy 3D QA Phantom is fitted with the MRI accessories (REF 70074, REF 70077, and REF 70063, for example) to provide self-generating signal, and the MR fiducial points and target volumes.

Stereoadapter 5000 Stereotactic Frame Supports (used with 70021 and GEMRI-A) - REF 70101

The Lucy Precision Base (REF 50003) and GEMRI-A alignment bases are used for the Sandstrom Stereoadapter 5000, with the addition of delrin optional adapters (REF 70101) which stabilize the position of the Stereoadapter frame.

Load-Bearing Stereoadapter Frame Sup-port (used with 70021) - REF 70102

Includes delrin adapter (REF 70101) and an Anterior Extended Base to support vertex of the Sandstrom Stereoadapter.

For applications requiring rigid stability of system and where additional weighted surgi-cal accessories may be mounted on vertex of stereoadapter, i.e. biopsy targeting kit, IGS tracking devices, etc.

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Bibliography

Exterior cleaning of the device can be done with a soft brush and a cloth. Gently brush all surfaces to remove dirt and dust. Remove any remaining dirt with a cloth slightly dampened with a solution of mild detergent and water or a liquid disinfecting agent.

There are no user serviceable parts on the Lucy 3D QA Phantom. Calibration of the Lucy 3D QA Phantom is not required.

Maintenance

If assistance is desired in the proper disposal of this product (including accessories and components), after its useful life, please return to Standard Imaging.

1. R. Ramasesham, M. Heydarian, “Comprehensive quality assurance for stereotactic radiosurgery treatments”, Phys. Med. Biol. 48(2003) N199-N205.

2. R. Ramani, et.al., “A QA phantom for dynamic stereotactic radiosurgery: Quantitative measurements”, Med. Phys. 22(8), August 1995.

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5. AAPM Radiation Therapy Committee TG66: “Quality assurance for computed-tomography simulators and the computed-tomography-simulation process”, Med. Phys. 30(10), October 2003

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Parts and Accessories List

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DescriptionLucy 3D QA Phantom - Spherical Lucite PhantomPrecision Leveling and Rotational Alignment BaseBlank Filler Plug (HEMI-C)Lucy Midchamber Plug with 4mm Brass Ball

Stereotactic Frame InterfacesLeksell G Gamma Knife® / 3-D Line Stereotactic Frame InterfaceBrainLAB Stereotactic Frame InterfaceRadionics™ / CRW/BRW Stereotactic Frame InterfaceVarian / CRW/BRW Stereotactic Frame InterfaceSandstrom Stereo-Adapter Stereotactic Frame InterfaceElekta Fraxion Stereotactic Frame Interface

Lucy Dosimetry QA Accessory Package- One of the following chamber inserts:

- Dosimetry Insert for Model A1SL Exradin Ion Chamber, 0.056 cc- Dosimetry Insert for Model A14SL Exradin Ion Chamber, 0.009 cc- Dosimetry Insert for Model A16 Exradin Ion Chamber, 0.007 cc- Dosimetry Insert for Wellhofer-CC13 Ion Chamber- Dosimetry Insert for Wellhofer-CC04 Ion Chamber- Dosimetry Insert for Wellhofer-CC01 Ion Chamber, 0.01 cc- Dosimetry Insert for PTW 23323 Ion Chamber- Dosimetry Insert for PTW 31010 Ion Chamber, 0.125 cc- Dosimetry Insert for PTW Semiflex, 0.3cc Ion Chamber- Dosimetry Insert for PTW 31014 (T31006) Ion Chamber- Dosimetry Insert for PTW Pinpoint 3D Ion Chamber- Dosimetry Insert for PTW 60008 Ion Chamber- Dosimetry Insert for PTW Pinpoint, 0.03cc Ion Chamber- Dosimetry Insert for Model A18 Exradin Ion Chamber, 0.125 cc- Dosimetry Insert for Scanditronix SFD DEB050 Ion Chamber, 4.25 mm- Dosimetry Insert for Scanditronix SFD Ion Chamber, 5.11 mm

- Dosimetry Film Cassette for four 2.5 x 2.5 inch Films- Target / Treatment Verification Film Cassette

Lucy CT Imaging QA Accessory Package- CT Marker Cylinders, set of four- CT Volume Insert with 3 irregular known volumes - CT/MR Grid Insert for spatial distortion

Lucy MRI Imaging QA Accessory Package- MRI Marker Cylinders, set of four- MRI Volume Chamber with 3 irregular known volumes- MRI Signal Generator

Additional AccessoriesIGRT Localization & Angiography Marker Cylinders, set of fourDosimetry Film Cassette for four 2.5" x 2.5" filmsDosimetry Film Cassette for fourteen 2.5" x 2.5" filmsDosimetry Film Cassette for four 3.0" x 3.0" filmsMOSFET Dosimetry CassetteDosimetry Insert for 3mm TLD Detectors Dosimetry Insert for 1mm TLD Detectors Electron Density QA InsertMultiple Target Shapes Insert KitMRI Isocentric Volume InsertBlank Midchamber Plug (HEMI-A)Radiation Alignment ISO-Pointer, with 5mm BallLucy Midchamber Plug with 4 mm Tungsten Ball

MAX 4000 ElectrometerExradin A16 MicroChamberExradin A14SL MicroChamberExradin A1 Thimble Ion ChamberExradin A18 Thimble Ion Chamber

Leksell Gamma Knife® is a registered trademark of Elekta Instruments, Inc.

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FeaturesandSpecifications

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Lucy 3D QA Phantom Blank Filler Plug (HEMI-C) Blank Filler Plug (HEMI-A) Lucy Midchamber Plug with 4mm Tungsten/carbide Ball Accessory Port for Ionization Chambers

Precision Leveling and Rotational Alignment Base Height Depth Width Weight

Dosimetry QA Accessories Dosimetry Insert for Ion Chamber Dosimetry Film Cassette for four 2.5" x 2.5" films Target/Treatment Verification - Film Cassette - Four Titanium Fiducial Markers - One Titanium Fiducial Marker for Orientation Dosimetry Film Cassette for Four 3.0" x 3.0" films Dosimetry Film Cassette for Fourteen 2.5" x 2.5" films CT QA Accessories CT Marker Cylinders, set of four

- Five 2.0 mm Aluminum Spheres per cylinder CT Volume Insert with 3 irregular known volumes - Geometry One - Geometry Two - Geometry Three CT/MR Grid Insert for spatial distortion

MRI QA Accessories MRI Marker Cylinders, set of four

- Five 2.0 mm mineral oil spheres per cylinder MRI Volume Insert with three known Geometries - Geometry One - Geometry Two - Geometry Three MRI Signal Generator - Cavity Filled with Manganese Chloride

Imaging QA Accessories IGRT Localization & Angiography Marker Cylinders, set of four - One 2.0 mm Lead Sphere in each cylinder

Acrylic Sphere 140 mm (5.51 in) diameter81 x 81 x 35 mm (3.19 x 3.19 x 1.38 in)85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)8 mm (.31 in) diameter

30 cm (11.81 in)23 cm (9.06 in)20 cm (7.87 in)3.4 kg (7.5 lbs)

85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)

60 mm (2.36 in) square pattern

85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)85 x 85 x 35 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x 1.38 in)

10 mm (.39 in) length, 25 mm (.98 in) diameter 5 mm (.197 in) center-to-center85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)Area 250 mm2, Volume 2500 mm3

Area 750 mm2, Volume 7500 mm3


85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)0.5 mm (.02 in) aluminum wire spaced 5 mm (.197 in) apart

10 mm (.39 in) length, 25 mm (.98 in) diameter 5 mm (.197 in) center-to-center85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)




85 x 85 x 35 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x 1.38 in)

10 mm (.39 in) length, 25 mm (.98 in) diameter

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FeaturesandSpecificationsContinued

Radiation Alignment ISO-Pointer Includes pointer with 5mm Tungsten Ball

MOSFET Dosimetry Cassette Cassette with 15 cavities 2.5 x 8 x 1 mm to accommodate MOSFET Diodes Dosimetry Insert for 3mm TLD Detectors Cassette with 49 cavities 3.4 x 3.4 x 1 mm to accommodate TLDs Dosimetry Insert for 1mm TLD Detectors Cassette with 78 cavities 1.5 x 1.5 x 1 mm to accommodate TLDs

Multiple Target Shapes Insert KitThis insert provides complex geometric targets of known dimensions and volumes. Use this insert to assess if your treatment planning system can accurately re-create the target shapes.Includes: Dosimetry Film Cassette for Thirteen 2.5" x 2.5" films

Electron Density QA Insert Insert with 4 different targets made of materials that have different CT densities

MRI Isocentric Volume Insert Insert with isocentrically placed irregularly shaped volume

LUCY Midchamber Plug with 4 mm Tungsten Ball Insert with single 4 mm Tungsten Ball placed at center of volume (WARNING: The Tungsten Ball does contain ferrous materials and should not be used in an MRI machine)

Standards 93/42/EEC

See www.standardimaging.com for applicable tech notes.Specifications are subject to change without notice.

85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)

85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)

85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)

63 x 63 x 20 mm (2.5 x 2.5 x .78 in)

85 x 85 x 35 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x 1.38 in)

85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)

85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)

85 x 85 x 10 mm (3.35 x 3.35 x .39 in)

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