title: Increased skin dose using a Mylar section in the treatment couch during megavoltage irradiation.
abstract: Use of a thin polyester (Mylar) window in the treatment couch during megavoltage irradiation can cause a notable increase in skin dose. The authors suggest that a nylon mesh be used instead.
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D011091:Polyesters; D011829:Radiation Dosage; D011882:Radiotherapy, High-Energy; D012867:Skin / Q000528:radiation effects*
chemical_list: D011091:Polyesters