It is performed at the simulation room equipped with a dedicated big-bore CT scanner. During the simulation, the treatment setup will be simulated by positioning the patient on the flat couch …

Aug 10, 2025 · CT simulation is a dedicated imaging process performed specifically for radiation therapy planning, differing significantly from diagnostic CT scans. Its primary objective is to …

CT-driven virtual simulations (also known simply as CT simulations) produce key images that can be used by radiation oncologists to plan the optimal delivery of advanced forms of radiation …

This handout explains the purpose of CT simulation, and what to expect during your CT simulation experience. CT simulation is an important step in the radiation therapy process. It helps your …

In radiation therapy, the first impression for the patient will be marked at the beginning of the treatment pathway with CT simulation. The resulting image will serve throughout the whole …

The majority of Radiation Oncology patients have at least one simulation procedure prior to initiating a course of radiation therapy. At NewYork-Presbyterian we use a specialized type of …

Jan 1, 2026 · Before you start radiation treatments, you will be scheduled for a CT scan called a Simulation in the Radiation Oncology department. This scan helps your care team map out …

Jun 26, 2025 · Before your radiation treatments begin, you will go through a treatment planning process called "simulation." During this process, your radiation treatment team will measure …

The X-ray-based Cancer Imaging Simulation Toolkit (XCIST) is designed to incorporate fundamental capabilities that apply to all X-ray based modalities and includes key models to …

Oct 29, 2021 · Before treatment begins, your care team will plan your radiation. This is done using a CT simulation machine. The CT simulation will produce a scan for your team to plan the …