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- Depth dose calculation in Geant4
I want to calculate depth dose in Geant4. I will use the TestEm11 example for this. How can I convert the output values to Gy?
Geant4 is a software toolkit used for simulating the passage of particles through matter. It is widely used in the field of high energy physics, nuclear physics, and medical physics.
Geant4 uses a Monte Carlo simulation approach to calculate depth dose. This involves simulating the passage of individual particles through the material and tracking their interactions with the material.
The factors that affect depth dose calculation in Geant4 include the type and energy of the particle, the material properties, the geometry of the setup, and any scoring parameters set by the user.
Yes, Geant4 can be used for clinical applications such as radiation therapy treatment planning. However, it requires extensive validation and verification before being used in a clinical setting.
The accuracy of Geant4 in depth dose calculation depends on the input parameters and the level of detail in the simulation setup. Generally, it has been found to be in good agreement with experimental measurements, but further validation is always recommended.