Horton J L
Med Phys. 1984 May-Jun;11(3):331-4. doi: 10.1118/1.595508.
The dose received in the buildup region outside the primary beam has been measured for 60Co gamma rays and 6- and 18-MV X rays. The variation of this dose with field size and depth was evaluated. The effect of blocking trays and the importance of their design was determined.