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Radiation Dosimetry: Isodose Curves and Plans - Reading Dose Distributions — Flashcards

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Isodose curves connect points receiving equal dose in a radiation field. They help visualize dose distribution within patient anatomy.

Worked example:
An 80% isodose line around tumor indicates tumor region receiving 80% of prescribed dose.
 

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An isodose line represents:
Equal absorbed dose
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