In this short video filmed at October’s ASTRO 2023 meeting in San Diego, US, Trent van Arkel, CEO of LAP of America Laser Applications, LLC, introduces the LUNA 3D. He explains how the 510(k) pending surface-guidance system is used to accurately and reproducibly position patients for radiation therapy.

LAP is well known for producing lasers, van Arkel goes on to say, but in fact has been involved in advanced optics and laser measurements in industrial fields for over 20 years. He describes how the experience gained in these high-precision, harsh environments has been channelled to improve this product. In addition, he says that the company has expanded its sales force and development team into the field of radiotherapy – especially in surface-guided radiation therapy (SGRT). This, van Arkel says, has enabled LAP to develop this highly intuitive product – with an expanded field of view, browser-based user interface (UI) and a virtual laser tool.

The expanded field of view of the LUNA 3D has been designed to allow the therapist to position the patient at a convenient height, before the platform is raised to a working level. In addition, team members wanted to create an SGRT product that’s as easy to use as a laser. They did this by using a browser-based UI, which is a hardware-independent software architecture that allows radiation therapy data to be accessed when and where needed.

The final improvement, van Arkel explains, is the virtual laser tool, which mimics the positioning laser in the room – bringing that functionality to the surface-guidance system in a virtual environment, and so saving time when setting up the patient and getting them ready for their first treatment.

LUNA 3D is 510(k) pending (K232031) – not available for sale in the US. Availability of products, features and services may vary, depending on your location.