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For each patient, SBRT plans were generated using the Accuray treatment planning system (TPS) (Tomotherapy) and Eclipse TPS (Halcyon). Plan evaluation included conformity, homogeneity, and gradient indices, along with target coverage and organs at risk (OAR) dose\u2013volume parameters, in accordance with Radiation Therapy Oncology Group-1112 (RTOG-1112) guidelines. Treatment efficiency was assessed using monitor units (MU) and beam-on time (BOT). Statistical analysis was performed using paired\n                      <jats:italic toggle=\"yes\">t<\/jats:italic>\n                      -tests (SPSS v28.0), with\n                      <jats:italic toggle=\"yes\">P<\/jats:italic>\n                      &lt; 0.05 considered statistically significant.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      Both platforms achieved acceptable target coverage and OAR constraints. Conformity index and gradient index were comparable. Halcyon showed improved planning target volume homogeneity, lower normal liver V15 Gy, reduced OAR doses, and significantly lower MU and BOT (\n                      <jats:italic toggle=\"yes\">P<\/jats:italic>\n                      &lt; 0.05), indicating superior treatment efficiency.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Both Tomotherapy and Halcyon are capable of generating high-quality liver SBRT plans with comparable target coverage. 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