Size:
300*300*5mm
300*300*10mm
350*350*5mm
Material: TPU+GEL
Gel Bolus Radiation Pads for Accurate Surface Dose Delivery in Radiation Therapy
The Gel Bolus Radiation Pads are specially designed to provide tissue-equivalent buildup for external beam radiation therapy, helping deliver a more accurate and uniform radiation dose to superficial treatment areas. Engineered with high-quality medical-grade gel, these pads closely mimic the radiation absorption characteristics of human soft tissue, making them an essential accessory for modern radiotherapy applications.
In radiation therapy, high-energy photon beams naturally deposit the maximum dose beneath the skin surface. When treating superficial tumors or lesions located close to the skin, a bolus material is often required to shift the maximum dose toward the surface. The Gel Bolus Radiation Pads provide this tissue-equivalent effect while maintaining excellent conformity to the patient's anatomy, improving treatment precision and consistency.
The soft, flexible gel construction allows the pad to conform to irregular body contours, including the head, neck, breast, extremities, and other complex anatomical regions. By minimizing air gaps between the bolus and the patient's skin, the pad helps optimize dose distribution and improve treatment reproducibility throughout the course of therapy.
Manufactured with a durable medical-grade gel and protective TPU outer layer, the Gel Bolus Radiation Pads are flexible, non-toxic, latex-free, and easy to clean. The smooth, seamless surface supports efficient daily clinical use while maintaining consistent performance over repeated treatment sessions. Available in multiple thicknesses and sizes, the pads can accommodate various treatment protocols and patient requirements.
The radiologically stable material provides reliable attenuation characteristics, supporting accurate treatment planning and dose calculation. The pads are compatible with most linear accelerators (LINACs) and can be incorporated into external beam radiotherapy workflows for a wide range of cancer treatments.
Ideal for radiation oncology departments, cancer treatment centers, hospitals, and radiotherapy clinics, the Gel Bolus Radiation Pads provide a dependable solution for improving dose accuracy, enhancing patient comfort, and supporting high-quality radiation treatment. Their combination of tissue-equivalent performance, anatomical conformity, and long-term durability makes them an excellent choice for precision radiotherapy.
What are Gel Bolus Radiation Pads used for?
Gel Bolus Radiation Pads are used during radiation therapy to increase the radiation dose delivered to superficial tissues by acting as a tissue-equivalent bolus.
Why are Gel Bolus Radiation Pads important in radiotherapy?
They help shift the maximum radiation dose closer to the skin surface, improving treatment effectiveness for superficial tumors while promoting more uniform dose distribution.
How do Gel Bolus Radiation Pads improve treatment accuracy?
Their flexible gel construction closely conforms to the patient's body contours, minimizing air gaps that could affect radiation dose delivery and treatment consistency.
What materials are used in Gel Bolus Radiation Pads?
They are typically manufactured from medical-grade tissue-equivalent gel with a durable, easy-to-clean protective TPU outer layer that is latex-free and suitable for repeated clinical use.
Where are Gel Bolus Radiation Pads commonly used?
They are widely used in radiation oncology departments, cancer treatment centers, hospitals, and radiotherapy clinics for external beam radiation therapy, including treatments of the head and neck, breast, extremities, and other superficial anatomical sites.
