Zero dimensional model for determining particle and energy densities of P-11B fusion reaction in radiotherapy

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10.22052/8.1.7

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Three alpha particles are emitted from the P-11B fusion reaction. Alpha particles play an important role in the death of cancer cells. When boron is accumulated in the tumor, protons irradiated out of body can react with the boron in the tumor. Also a fast gamma ray of 719 KeV beam is released from the P-11B fusion reaction which plays a useful role for us. This therapeutic approach includes features and benefits such as the application of Bragg Peak in treatment, precise targeting of the tumor, increased therapeutic effect, and observation and monitoring of the treatment area.
 

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