Training activity information

Details

Analyse IGRT data to evaluate the CTV-PTV margin for a clinical site and relate to the clinical objective

Type

Developmental training activity (DTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.

Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.

An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.

Considerations

  • Rationale for PTV margins applied
  • Evidence-based recommendations
  • ITVs and PRVs
  • Imaging schedules – online, offline, random and systematic errors, links between tolerance and immobilisation
  • Consequences for patients

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 4 Outcome

Critically appraise the application of radiotherapy treatments and techniques and make recommendations considering safety, efficacy, outcomes and the suitability and impact on the patient.

# 5 Outcome

Evaluate the application of novel and evolving techniques and treatments in radiotherapy.

# 7 Outcome

Assess the quality of practice and make recommendations for improvements.