Investigation of relative biological effectiveness for protons, carbon and oxygen ion beams by DNA damage calculations in a fractal fibroblast cell geometry

Key Points

• Protons and carbon ions lead to distinctive DNA damage profiles, which differ from oxygen ions.
• The relative effectiveness of different ion beams is crucial for optimizing cancer treatment efficacy.
• Assessment using DNA damage calculations in fractal fibroblast cell geometries enhances understanding of cellular responses to ionizing radiation.
• Highlights the need for further studies to validate the findings and improve therapeutic approaches.