Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy

by Washington, Charles M.; Leaver, Dennis T.

• ISBN13: 9780323094078
• ISBN10: 0323094074
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-03-27
• Publisher: Mosby Inc

Summary

This is a Pageburst digital textbook; the product description may vary from the print textbook. Complete coverage of radiation therapy provides all introductory content plus the full scope of information on physics, simulation, and treatment planning. This popular and well-reviewed text continues to be regarded by many radiation therapy professionals as a strong, comprehensive, and authoritative source. Contributions from a broad range of practitioners bring you the expertise of radiation therapists, physicians, nurses, administrators, and educators who are part of cancer management teams. Chapters on image guided radiation therapy, intensity modulated radiation therapy, and CT simulation keep you up-to-date with emerging technologies. Objectives, bulleted summaries, and spotlights join an already impressive list of pedagogical features including chapter outlines, key terms, review questions with answers, critical thinking questions, and a complete, updated glossary. Color inserts show significant procedures and imaging technologies clearly.