Principles and practice of radiation oncology
4th ed.
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Publication
2004 - Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Language
English
Word Count
631,750 words, Guess
Page Count
2,527 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL24518743M
- ISBN-100781735254
- OCLC Control Number52472066
- OCLC Control Numberprinciplespracti0004unse_r0l6
- Library of Congress Control Number2003054549
Classifications
- DDC616.99/40642
- LCCRC271.R3 P73 2004
Description
Designed to provide a better understanding of the natural history of cancer, the physical methods of radiation application, the effects of irradiation on normal tissues, and the most judicious ways in which radiation therapy can be employed in the treatment of cancer patients. This encyclopedic text places greater emphasis on the use of radiation oncology in palliative and supportive care, in addition to therapy. Included in the new edition: chapters on molecular biology and physiology, technology assessment and cost benefit, combined chemotherapy and irradiation in head and neck cancer, breast: stage Tis, pancreas, leukemias (adult and childhood), retinoblastoma, unusual tumors in childhood, and endovascular brachytherapy. This edition also features expanded coverage of new 3-D techniques and IMRT and a greater emphasis on pediatric concerns.
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