ISSN Series: | Principles and Practice of Radiation Oncology (Perez) | Discipline: | + Medicine | Subject Definition: | Neoplasms-Radiotherapy; Radiometry | NLM Class: | QZ 269 | LC Class: | RC271 | Abstract: | The thoroughly updated Fifth Edition of this landmark work has been completely overhauled to better represent the rapidly changing field of radiation oncology. New features include an updated interior design with full-color throughout, and a corresponding Website. This edition provides increased coverage of radiation oncology in palliative and supportive care. Six new chapters cover stereotactic irradiation outside the CNS; photodynamic therapy; radiation and gene therapy; prostate-intermediate and high risk; oncologic imaging/oncologic anatomy; and economics of radiation oncology. Other highlights include expanded coverage of new molecular biology and targeted therapies, dose conformality, IMRT, new radiation delivery machines, particle therapy, radiosurgery, dose painting, and innovative brachytherapy. |
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