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Subsequent studies will include on-site measurements, evaluation of treatment plan quality and delivery accuracy, and correlation of these findings with the analyzed protocols to identify potential links between protocol parameters and clinical outcomes.<\/jats:p>\n          <\/jats:sec>\n          <jats:sec>\n            <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n            <jats:p>There is consensus (at least 80% agreement) for a\u00a0CT slice thickness of \u2264\u202f1\u202fmm, the need for six-degree-of-freedom patient setup correction, and noncoplanar treatment. There is notable variability for intrafraction imaging (used by 70%), minimum accepted planning target volume diameter (ranging from 2\u201310\u202fmm), SRS QA, and general plan parameters, such as photon energy and number of treatment fields. 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