Walter and Miller's Textbook of Radiotherapy: Radiation Physics, Therapy and Oncology - diskuze

Seventy-five years since it was first published, Walter and Miller’s Textbook of Radiotherapy has become the go-to resource for therapeutic radiography and radiotherapy students from around the world. Fully revised to include new clinical evidence and techniques, this ninth edition provides a comprehensive guide to the professional, technical, practical, and medical aspects of modern clinical radiotherapy practice.The first part of the book clearly and simply explains the fundamentals of radiotherapy physics, offering a sound foundation for clinicians new to the field. The design and use of a wide range of equipment is described, along with clear explanation of the underlying physical principles.The second part provides a systematic review of evidence-based clinical practice in an easy to navigate approach for each of the main tumour sites and categories. A wide range of expert authors from clinical practice have contributed to ensure the text has wide international appeal.With additional information on the emerging roles of chemotherapy, surgery and non-radiotherapy treatments as well as a grounding in the principles of cancer treatment and care, Walter and Miller will be a trusted resource for all those working in the rapidly changing field of oncology.This keystone textbook has been extensively revised and updated by a multidisciplinary expert editorial team to ensure that this ninth edition will remain an indispensable textbook for radiation oncology, medical physics an
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