V. Frascino

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V. Frascino has made significant contributions to the field of radiation oncology, with a primary focus on adaptive radiotherapy and precision patient positioning. Their key research areas include image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT), volumetric-modulated arc therapy (VMAT), and the clinical application of six degrees of freedom (DOF) robotic couch systems. Frascino’s most cited work, "Adaptive optimization by 6 DOF robotic couch in prostate volumetric IMRT treatment: rototranslational shift and dosimetric consequences" (2015, 23 citations), investigates the dosimetric impact of translational and rotational shifts during prostate cancer treatment. This study demonstrated how the Protura Robotic Patient Positioning System can correct rototranslational errors, improving target coverage and reducing dose to organs at risk. Frascino’s research has been instrumental in advancing adaptive radiotherapy techniques, particularly for prostate cancer, by quantifying the clinical benefits of real-time motion management. With over 20 citations on this seminal paper alone, their work continues to influence treatment planning protocols and the integration of robotic positioning systems in modern radiation therapy.

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   Adaptive optimization by 6 DOF robotic couch in prostate volumetric IMRT treatment: rototranslational shift and dosimetric consequences

   23 citations · 2015

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