Although increasing the likelihood of target coverage, this also exposes surrounding structures to high doses of radiation, increasing the risk of complications.
BAT images the target, and associated organs, daily at the time of treatment.
The ultrasound probe is coupled to a position sensing device used to indicate the location and orientation of the probe relative to the treatment machine. BAT has been designed to improve, not hinder, throughput in the treatment room. Normal treatment room interactions with the BAT System are through a touchscreen interface. The entire system is mounted on a mobile platform with power-retractable wheels, ensuring a stable reference platform at the time of patient use. BAT also includes a separate networked workstation that allows patient information to be entered, treatment history to be reviewed, and data and images to be printed, without interfering with the operation in the treatment room.