Radiation Therapy Technology

Author: Hu Likuan
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: The book consists of 16 chapters, divided into three parts. Part 1 (Chapters 1–4) primarily introduces the basic theories and equipment of radiotherapy, enabling students to grasp fundamental knowledge and concepts. Part 2 (Chapters 5–10) focuses on radiotherapy techniques and some new theories and technologies developed in recent years, laying a solid foundation for radiotherapy of common tumors. Part 3 (Chapters 11–16) covers the radiotherapy of common and frequently occurring diseases, helping readers understand the basic characteristics of certain diseases and closely linking radiotherapy techniques with clinical applications, emphasizing practical application. Considering the readers' actual situation, the writing process strives for concise language, clear concepts, emphasis on key points, and illustrative visuals to facilitate understanding and mastery. Additionally, the book highlights new radiotherapy technologies that have emerged in recent years, such as conformal radiotherapy, stereotactic radiotherapy, and three-dimensional intensity-modulated radiotherapy, to help readers stay up-to-date with the advancements in radiotherapy.