Which of the following clinical situations do not lend themselves to the reproducible placement of localization marks?
I.Mobile skin surfaces
II.Elderly or obese patients
III.Areas covered by dressings
IV.Sloping surfaces such as the breast

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With the patient in the precise treatment position, the isocenter is positioned relative to the localization landmarks.For many clinical situations, this is not practical.Examples include mobile skin surfaces such as those treated with tangential fields, irregular surfaces, and areas covered by dressings.

Which of the Following Clinical Situations Do Not Lend Themselves