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040 _cData centre
050 _aNLM QZ 269
050 _aRC271.R3
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100 _aFaiz M. Khan
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245 _aKhan's Treatment Planning in Radiation Oncology
250 _a4th edition, illustrated
260 _aLondon
_bWolters Kluwer
_c2016
300 _a648 pages
520 _aRATED 5 STARS BY DOODY'S REVIEW SERVICE! This unique, full-color reference offers a total team approach to radiation oncology treatment planning, incorporating the newest imaging techniques and offering a comprehensive discussion of clinical, physical, biological and technical aspects. A clear focus on the application of physical and clinical concepts to solve treatment planning problems helps you provide effective, state-of-the-art care for cancer patients. With authoritative coverage of the latest in sophisticated radiation oncology treatment modalities, the 4th Edition of Khan's Treatment Planning in Radiation Oncology is an essential resource for the radiation oncologist, medical physicist, dosimetrist, and radiation therapist. New to this edition: Up-to-date material throughout reflects the most current practices in radiation oncology treatment. New chapters discuss the pros and cons of recent developments in the field: Role of Protons vs. Photons in Modern Radiotherapy: Clinical Perspective, Intensity-Modulated Proton Therapy, and Radiobiology of Hypofractionated Regimens for SRS and SBRT. New contributors bring a fresh perspective and provide current insight in their areas of expertise. New Key Points and Study Questions at the end of each chapter online help you assess your understanding of the material. Discussions of the scientific background and the key aspects of clinical approach ensure that you gain a well-rounded understanding of how to plan treatment from both a technical and a clinical perspective. Now with the print edition, enjoy the bundled interactive eBook edition, which can be downloaded to your tablet and smartphone or accessed online and includes features like: Complete content with enhanced navigation Powerful search tools and smart navigation cross-links that pull results from content in the book, your notes, and even the web Cross-linked pages, references, and more for easy navigation Highlighting tool for easier reference of key content throughout the text Ability to take and share notes with friends and colleagues Quick reference tabbing to save your favorite content for future use
600 _xNeoplasms—radiotherapy
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600 _xRadiotherapy Planning, Computer-Assisted
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600 _xRadiation Oncology—methods
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700 _aJohn P. Gibbons
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700 _a Paul W. Sperduto
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