XRad Learning Modules

Developed by Xstrahl Limited, the XRad learning module is an invaluable source of information for radiotherapy, oncology and dermatology students and professionals.
XRad is an educational resource aimed at increasing awareness and knowledge of medical physics, superficial and orthovoltage radiotherapy as a treatment modality for skin cancer and other dermatological conditions. The XRad learning module ensures that vital clinical practice and expert knowledge is recorded and documented for dissemination amongst healthcare professionals.
The learning content has been compiled by the Xstrahl clinical advisory panel, a team of clinical and academic oncology and radiotherapy professionals based throughout the UK, please see below:

Overview & History of X-Rays (5 mins)

Physics Of Low Energy Radiation (25 mins)

• X-ray Production & the Attenuation Processes (4 mins)
• Clinical Applications (2 mins)
• Beam Quality Specifier, Half Value Layers & Dosimetry Equipment (6 mins)
• Absolute Dose Calibration (10 mins)
• Cut-out Factors & Depth Dose Curves (3 mins)
• References
  • Section Quiz

Benign & Malignant Conditions (17 mins)

• Features of Mega-Voltage Machines & the Planning Technique (5 mins)
• Radiotherapy Reactions, Late Effects & Clinical Conditions (9 mins)
• Case Studies (3 mins)
• References & Bibliography
  • Section Quiz

Dosage & Fractionation (Standard Treatment Regimes) (11 mins)

• Malignant Conditions & Benign Conditions (1 min)
• Radiotherapy for Non-Melanomatous Skin Cancer (5 mins)
• Implementation and Patient Review (Radiographer Triage) (1 min)
• Treatment of Bowen’s Disease (1 min)
• Irradiation to Prevent Recurrence of Keloid Scars after Excisions (1 min)
• Irradiation for Recurrent Keloid after Intial Surgery and Radiotherapy (1 min)
• Mycosis Fungoides (Cutaneous T Cell Lymphoma) (1 min)
• Cutaneous Angiosarcoma (1 min)
• Primary Cutaneous B Cell Lymphoma (PCBL) (1 min)
• Lentigo Maligna (1 min)
• Melanoma (1 min)
• Merkel Cell Carcinoma (1 min)
• References
  • Section Quiz

Treatment Setup & Accessories (11 mins)

• Immobilisation & Beam Arrangement (2 mins)
• Example Stand Off Calculation (2 mins)
• Accessories (6 mins)
• Treatment Application (1 min)
• References
  • Section Quiz

Patient Care (13 mins)

• Skin Reactions & Late Effects (4 mins)
• Management & Skin Care Advice (4 mins)
• Managing Skin Reactions & Post Treatment Care (5 mins)
• References
  • Section Quiz

XRad Learning Quiz