Essay about Atomic structure and radioactive decay; Production of X rays; Interactions of X rays and gamma rays; Radiation units; Measurement of ionizing radiation; Calibration of megavoltage beams of X rays and electrons; Dosimetry of radiation fields; Treatment planning by manual methods; Diagnostic imaging and applications to radiation therapy; Computer systems; Computer-based treatment plan…
Proton Therapy Physics goes beyond current books on proton therapy to provide an in-depth overview of the physics aspects of this radiation therapy modality, eliminating the need to dig through information scattered in the medical physics literature. After tracing the history of proton therapy, the book summarizes the atomic and nuclear physics background necessary for understanding proton i…
The purpose of this book is to describe the details of the technology associated with radiation oncology, A special emphasis is placed on the design of all the equipment allied emphasizing design of all equipment allied with radiation treatment. In addition, this book describes the procedures that are required to implement this equipment into clinical service (needs assessment, purchase, accept…
The purpose of this book is to describe the details of the technology associated with radiation oncology, A special emphasis is placed on the design of all the equipment allied emphasizing design of all equipment allied with radiation treatment. In addition, this book describes the procedures that are required to implement this equipment into clinical service (needs assessment, purchase, accept…
Details technology associated with radiation oncology, emphasizing design of all equipment allied with radiation treatment. Describes procedures required to implement equipment in clinical service, covering needs assessment, purchase, acceptance, and commissioning, and explains quality assurance issues. Also addresses less common and evolving technologies. For medical physicists and radiation o…