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Radiobiology for the Radiologist

Author : Eric J. Hall

Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Page : 908 pages

File Size : 32,95 MB

Release : 2012-03-28

Category : Medical

ISBN : 1451154186

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In print since 1972, this seventh edition of Radiobiology for the Radiologist is the most extensively revised to date. It consists of two sections, one for those studying or practicing diagnostic radiolo, nuclear medicine and radiation oncology; the other for those engaged in the study or clinical practice of radiation oncology--a new chapter, on radiologic terrorism, is specifically for those in the radiation sciences who would manage exposed individuals in the event of a terrorist event. The 17 chapters in Section I represent a general introduction to radiation biology and a complete, self-contained course especially for residents in diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine that follows the Syllabus in Radiation Biology of the RSNA. The 11 chapters in Section II address more in-depth topics in radiation oncology, such as cancer biology, retreatment after radiotherapy, chemotherapeutic agents and hyperthermia. Now in full color, this lavishly illustrated new edition is replete with tables and figures that underscore essential concepts. Each chapter concludes with a "summary of pertinent conclusions" to facilitate quick review and help readers retain important information.



Adaptive Radiation Therapy

Author : X. Allen Li

Publisher : CRC Press

Page : 404 pages

File Size : 49,34 MB

Release : 2011-01-27

Category : Medical

ISBN : 1439816352

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Modern medical imaging and radiation therapy technologies are so complex and computer driven that it is difficult for physicians and technologists to know exactly what is happening at the point-of-care. Medical physicists responsible for filling this gap in knowledge must stay abreast of the latest advances at the intersection of medical imaging an





Netter's Surgical Anatomy Review PRN E-Book

Author : Robert B. Trelease

Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences

Page : 506 pages

File Size : 24,53 MB

Release : 2016-02-27

Category : Medical

ISBN : 0323448364

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Netter's Surgical Anatomy Review P.R.N. is the easiest and most convenient way to refresh need-to-know anatomy for surgeons-in-training. Vibrant, detailed artwork by preeminent medical illustrator Frank H. Netter, MD makes it easy to visualize the anatomy that underlies the procedures and clinical conditions you see during a surgical residency or clerkship. This concise, instant review of anatomy and clinical correlates is perfect for "just in time" use. - Updates include new chapters on heart and lung anatomy, diagnoses, and procedures. - Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, images, and references from the book on a variety of devices.



Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy

Author : Simon S. Lo

Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media

Page : 433 pages

File Size : 33,69 MB

Release : 2012-08-28

Category : Medical

ISBN : 364225604X

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Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) has emerged as an important innovative treatment for various primary and metastatic cancers. This book provides a comprehensive and up-to-date account of the physical/technological, biological, and clinical aspects of SBRT. It will serve as a detailed resource for this rapidly developing treatment modality. The organ sites covered include lung, liver, spine, pancreas, prostate, adrenal, head and neck, and female reproductive tract. Retrospective studies and prospective clinical trials on SBRT for various organ sites from around the world are examined, and toxicities and normal tissue constraints are discussed. This book features unique insights from world-renowned experts in SBRT from North America, Asia, and Europe. It will be necessary reading for radiation oncologists, radiation oncology residents and fellows, medical physicists, medical physics residents, medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, and cancer scientists.





Radiation Oncology: A Physicist's-Eye View

Author : Michael Goitein

Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media

Page : 333 pages

File Size : 12,12 MB

Release : 2007-08-14

Category : Science

ISBN : 0387726454

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The papers collected in this hugely useful volume cover the principle physical and biological aspects of radiation therapy and in addition, address practical clinical considerations in the planning and delivering of that therapy. The importance of the assessment of uncertainties is emphasized. Topics include an overview of the physics of the interactions of radiation with matter and the definition of the goals and the design of radiation therapy approaches.



Biomedical Physics in Radiotherapy for Cancer

Author : Barry Allen

Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING

Page : 449 pages

File Size : 28,68 MB

Release : 2012-02-21

Category : Science

ISBN : 0643103317

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The scientific and clinical foundations of Radiation Therapy are cross-disciplinary. This book endeavours to bring together the physics, the radiobiology, the main clinical aspects as well as available clinical evidence behind Radiation Therapy, presenting mutual relationships between these disciplines and their role in the advancements of radiation oncology.



The Modern Technology of Radiation Oncology

Author : Jake Van Dyk

Publisher : Medical Physics Publishing Corporation

Page : 1106 pages

File Size : 18,1 MB

Release : 1999

Category : Medical

ISBN :

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Details technology associated with radiation oncology, emphasizing design of all equipment allied with radiation treatment. Describes procedures required to implement equipment in clinical service, covering needs assessment, purchase, acceptance, and commissioning, and explains quality assurance issues. Also addresses less common and evolving technologies. For medical physicists and radiation oncologists, as well as radiation therapists, dosimetrists, and engineering technologists. Includes bandw medical images and photos of equipment. Paper edition (unseen), $145.95. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR



Operations Research and Health Care

Author : Margaret L. Brandeau

Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media

Page : 870 pages

File Size : 27,30 MB

Release : 2006-04-04

Category : Medical

ISBN : 1402080662

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In both rich and poor nations, public resources for health care are inadequate to meet demand. Policy makers and health care providers must determine how to provide the most effective health care to citizens using the limited resources that are available. This chapter describes current and future challenges in the delivery of health care, and outlines the role that operations research (OR) models can play in helping to solve those problems. The chapter concludes with an overview of this book – its intended audience, the areas covered, and a description of the subsequent chapters. KEY WORDS Health care delivery, Health care planning HEALTH CARE DELIVERY: PROBLEMS AND CHALLENGES 3 1.1 WORLDWIDE HEALTH: THE PAST 50 YEARS Human health has improved significantly in the last 50 years. In 1950, global life expectancy was 46 years [1]. That figure rose to 61 years by 1980 and to 67 years by 1998 [2]. Much of these gains occurred in low- and middle-income countries, and were due in large part to improved nutrition and sanitation, medical innovations, and improvements in public health infrastructure.