A comprehensive review of intraoperative radiation therapy, beginning with the rationale for innovative treatment and the radiobiology of single doses. Problems encountered in modifying a linear accelerator and a radiation therapy suite are reviewed in detail along with special problems relating to technology, nursing, anesthesiology, and various surgical subspecialties. Intraoperative radiation therapy applicators and dosimetric considerations are also reviewed. This text is a valuable reference tool for institutions planning to develop or construct intraoperative radiation therapy facilities.
By:
Ralph R. Dobelbower Jr., Mitsuyuki Abe Imprint: CRC Press Inc Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 254mm,
Width: 178mm,
Spine: 279mm
Weight: 1.088kg ISBN:9780849368462 ISBN 10: 0849368464 Pages: 432 Publication Date:30 September 1989 Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
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A / AS level
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Further / Higher Education
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active