Highlights
- •The use of Compass as model-based QA tool for stereotactic VMAT plans was analyzed.
- •Evaluation of DVH parameters together with 2D and 3D gamma analysis was executed.
- •Moderate correlation between gamma-index pass-rates for CCD and CRD existed.
- •In addition to model-based QA measurements are needed to verify treatment plans.
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