Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (Paperback)

Written by internationally known experts in the field, Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy examines one of the fastest-developing subspecialties within radiation oncology. These procedures deliver large doses of radiation in one to five sessions to a precisely determined target. Often these techniques have proven to be as or more effective than traditional radiation therapy techniques, while at the same time being cost-efficient and convenient for the patient. These techniques, however, require careful planning, specialized equipment, and well-trained staff. This volume provides a cutting-edge look at the biological and technical underpinnings of SRS and SBRT techniques. It includes a history of the development of SRS and SBRT; clinical applications of the techniques; dedicated devices for delivering precisely shaped, high doses of radiation; use of in-room imaging for treatment planning and treatment guidance; immobilization techniques for accurate targeting; and future developments that will continue to evolve and refine existing techniques. A valuable introduction to those just learning about these specialized techniques, and an ideal reference for those who are already implementing them, this book covers a wide variety of topics, with clear discussions of each aspect of the technology employed.

General

Imprint:	Crc Press
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Imaging in Medical Diagnosis and Therapy
Release date:	November 2016
First published:	2015
Editors:	Stanley H. Benedict • David J. Schlesinger • Steven J Goetsch • Brian D. Kavanagh
Dimensions:	254 x 178 x 24mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	418
ISBN-13:	978-1-138-19854-8
Categories:	Books > Medicine > General issues > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Physics > Applied physics & special topics > Medical physics Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Life sciences: general issues > General Books > Medicine > Clinical & internal medicine > Diseases & disorders > Oncology > General
LSN:	1-138-19854-4
Barcode:	9781138198548

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