Biomedical Use of Radiation: Therapeutic Applications Pt. 2
Published on 31. October 1997
Book
Hardback
614 pages
978-3-527-29456-5 (ISBN)
Description
This reference book covers the types of radiation routinely used for medical diagnosis and treatment range from different kinds of electromagnetic radiation (radio, infrared, ultraviolet, X-ray) to ultrasound.
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Content
Production and interaction of high-energy X-Rays and electrons; dosimetry of high-energy X-Rays and electrons; radiation dose distribution and treatment planning with photon and electron beams; 3-dimensional treatment planning; brachytherapy - radionuclides, dosimetry and dose distribution; brachytherapy - treatment devices and treatment planning; hadron therapy; therapeutic applications of non-ionizing radiation; modelling the effectiveness of radiation treatment; radiation protection and shielding - high-energy photons and neutrons; a glimpse into the future.