What is a Radiotherapy Thermoplastic Mask used for?

Radiotherapy masks are often used to help deliver precise radiation dosages during treatment. Radiotherapy, or radiation therapy, is a type of cancer treatment that uses ionizing radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. With the use of a radiotherapy thermoplastic mask, patients undergoing radiation therapy can receive treatment with increased accuracy and safety. The mask is created by taking an impression of a patient’s face and then heating a thermoplastic sheet until pliable and forming it over the impression.

• Benefits of using a radiotherapy thermoplastic mask

• Applications of the mask in medical radiotherapy

• Procedure for fitting the mask

• Advantages of using the mask

Benefits of using a radiotherapy thermoplastic mask

The use of a radiotherapy thermoplastic mask can provide numerous benefits to patients undergoing radiotherapy treatment. The mask, which is designed to fit the patient's head, is customized to the exact size and shape of each patient's face and head. This ensures that the patient receives the most accurate and precise radiotherapy treatment available. The mask also ensures that the patient is immobilized during the treatment, reducing the risk of patient movement and delivering the full dose of radiation to the intended area. In addition, the mask can help to reduce the time needed for radiotherapy treatment, as it eliminates the need for frequent readjustment and repositioning of the patient.

Applications of the mask in medical radiotherapy

The use of a radiotherapy thermoplastic mask is a key part of modern medical radiotherapy. These masks are designed to ensure accuracy and precision during treatment by providing a secure, comfortable fit. The masks can be used in a variety of applications, including:

1. They can be used to immobilize patients during treatment, allowing for greater accuracy and less movement of the head and neck.

2. They can also be used to facilitate image guidance during radiotherapy, allowing for more precise targeting of radiation to the tumor.

The mask is a crucial part of radiotherapy for many patients, ensuring a safe, precise, and successful treatment.

Procedure for fitting the mask

Once the patient has been positioned correctly, the thermoplastic mask should be fitted to the patient’s face. This should be done in the following steps: 1) Position the mask onto the patient’s face and secure the Velcro straps. 2) Use a marker to mark the mask where needed for the planned radiation fields. 3) Make sure the mask is secure and the patient is comfortable. 4) Once the mask is secure, check the alignment of the patient’s face with the planned radiation fields to ensure accuracy. 5) Once the procedure is complete, remove the mask carefully and secure it for future use.

Advantages of using the mask

The use of a radiotherapy thermoplastic mask offers numerous advantages to radiotherapy treatment. First, the mask is lightweight and custom-fitted to the patient, thus providing a comfortable and secure fit during treatment. Second, the mask is quick and easy to put on and take off, reducing the amount of time during which patients are required to remain still during treatments. Third, the mask is re-usable, meaning that it can be used for multiple treatments, thus saving on costs. Finally, the mask is malleable and can be manipulated to accommodate for changes in patient anatomy, thus allowing for optimal treatment delivery.

Radiotherapy Thermoplastic Mask is a highly useful tool that is able to help cancer patients better manage the side effects of radiotherapy. Shenzhen Tengfei Yu Technology Co., Ltd. can offer the most comprehensive products in the field of radiotherapy include dose and fixation equipment.