Apparatus for defining a beam of ionizing radiation

Novel apparatus for defining a beam of ionizing radiation in the course of radiotherapy treatment is described in detail. The particular case of electron irradiation of the patient is discussed. The apparatus consists of an adjustable primary collimator which produces a cone of ionizing radiation, an attachment holder adjacent to the primary collimator and a detachable radiation applicator. The attachment holder may be removed when irradiation with X-rays is desired. (U.K.)