Clinical Radiation Oncology

Radiation oncology, also known as radiation therapy or radiotherapeutics, involves the use of many forms of ionising radiation to kill cancer cells. This edition provides an overview of the clinical parameters of radiation therapy, the biological basis and the physical aspects of radiation therapy.

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This updated edition of Clinical Radiation Oncology provides a comprehensive overview of the biological basis of radiation oncology and the clinical efficacy of radiation therapy. Featuring contributions from renowned specialists and prepared by "an editor well known for his skilled and no-nonsense methods of dealing with the various types of major organ cancers," Clinical Radiation Oncology, Second Edition presents clinically relevant information in a user-friendly format. Thoroughly revised and extensively illustrated, the book features individual chapters on such topics as: Radiation biology for oncologists Physical aspects of radiation oncology Cancer of the skin Head and neck cancer Breast cancer Gynecologic malignancies Central nervous system tumors Lymphomas Pediatric tumors Clinical Radiation Oncology, Second Edition is an invaluable reference for radiation oncologists, oncologic surgeons, medical oncologists, and residents. Of related interest ...Radiation Therapy for Head and Neck Neoplasms Third Edition C. C. Wang, M.D. Highlights recent developments concerning treatment techniques, use of modalities,and the management of early and advanced tumors.