Walter and Miller's Textbook of Radiotherapy- Radiation Physics, Therapy and Oncology, 8th Edition
Walter and Miller's Textbook of Radiotherapy- Radiation Physics, Therapy and Oncology, 8th Edition
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ISBN
ISBN
9780702074851
Authors
Authors
Edited by Paul R Symonds, TD MD FRCP FRCR, Emeritus Professor of Clinical Oncology, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK; Honorary Consultant Oncologist, University Hospitals of Leicester, Leicester, UK; John A Mills, PhD MIPEM CPhys, Physicist, MACS-Quality Control Provider, James Watt House, Hinckley, UK and Angela Duxbury, FCR TDCR MSc, Emeritus Professor of Therapeutic Radiography, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK
Edition Number
Edition Number
8
Copyright Year
Copyright Year
2020
Walter & Miller's Textbook of Radiotherapy is your indispensable resource for mastering therapeutic radiotherapy. Designed for students, trainees, and professionals alike, this comprehensive textbook bridges the gap between physics and clinical practice.
Key Features:
- Clinical Trial Impact: Understand how clinical trials shape current radiotherapy practices.
- Radiobiological Insights: Learn how radiobiology influences treatment regimens.
- Proton Therapy Expertise: Explore proton therapy's advantages and limitations.
- Advanced Modality Coverage: Master stereotactic, intensity-modulated, and image-guided radiotherapy.
- Comprehensive Dose Measurement: Gain in-depth knowledge of dose measurement and devices.
- Clinician-Friendly Physics: Clear explanations of fundamental physics principles.
- Up-to-Date Clinical Guidance: Systematic review of radiotherapy practices by tumor site.
- Device and Principle Explanation: Detailed descriptions of radiotherapy devices and their operation.
- Dose Prediction Models: Comprehensive explanation of calculation models for treatment planning.
- Visual Learning: Highly illustrated in full color, including 350 photographs.
