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Radiation Dosimetry: Dose Volume Histogram Interpretation Basics — Flashcards

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A Dose Volume Histogram (DVH) graphically represents the percentage or volume of a structure receiving a specific dose or higher. It is used to assess target coverage and OAR sparing.

Worked example:
If D95 for tumor = 60 Gy, then 95% of tumor volume receives at least 60 Gy.
 

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D95 refers to:
Dose received by 95% of volume
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