Radiation oncology firm Elekta has released its Monaco 5.0 treatment planning software.
The new version consolidates support for all delivery techniques in a single treatment planning system and has more speed and precision than previous iterations.
Using an advanced Monte Carlo dose engine, Monaco supports the full breadth of radiation therapy techniques, including volumetric modulated arc therapy, intensity-modulated radiation therapy, and 3D conformal radiation therapy, according to Elekta.
The system is equipped for advanced stereotactic therapies, such as stereotactic radiosurgery and stereotactic radiation therapy, with added planning support for specialized beam-shaping devices, including circular cones. Monaco 5.0 also has a new system architecture based on central and graphics processing unit (GPU) technology.
The new version's 3D conformal radiation therapy, stereotactic cone, and GPU-based architecture features are pending U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance.
