Overview

Radiation Oncology Primer and Review describes the fundamental concepts, nomenclature and definitions of the field of radiation oncology that every trainee or practitioner needs to know. Divided into three sections, Radiation Oncology Primer and Review covers basic science, clinical science, and technical and planning issues to give the trainee a full overview of the core knowledge base of the field. Co-written by a former radiation oncology residency program director and a team of radiation oncology residents, the book is organized in concise sections and is amply illustrated to highlight key points and help the reader understand and retain major concepts. Treatment approaches consistent with published clinical trial protocols that define control/standard of care/consensus radiation treatment are included. In addition to serving as a primary introduction to the field, the book also offers a short review of fundamental concepts for the senior resident prior to written or oral examinations, and is a useful resource for the radiation oncology educator to develop teaching plans and quizzes. Chapter organization is based on the International Atomic Energy Agency Syllabus for the Education and Training of Radiation Oncologists, the syllabus endorsed by both the American Society for Radiation Oncology and the European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology. Features of Radiation Oncology Primer and Review: Integrates basic science, clinical science and technical concepts to provide the trainee with a complete introduction to the field of radiation oncology Is consistent with accepted training syllabus for radiation oncology professionals Offers a concise presentation with illustrations highlighting key poiints Provides key points for study and reviews Includes treatment approaches consistent with published clinical trial protocols that define control/standard of care/consensus radiation treatment Is a valuable review resource for board review ""

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Author:   George Rodrigues ,  Vikram Velker ,  Lara Best
Publisher:   Demos Medical Publishing
Imprint:   Demos Medical Publishing
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   0.681kg
ISBN:  

9781620700044

ISBN 10:   1620700042
Pages:   376
Publication Date:   18 May 2013
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Preface Acknowledgments Abbreviations List of Tables List of Figures PART I: BASIC SCIENCE CONCEPTS 1. Physics 2. Biology 3. Radiobiology 4. Pathology 5. Radiation Pathophysiology 6. Imaging PART II: CLINICAL SCIENCE CONCEPTS 7. Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics 8. Cancer Epidemiology 9. Prevention and Screening 10. Cancer Staging 11. General Cancer Treatment Considerations 12. General Radiotherapy Considerations PART III: TREATMENT PLANNING PROTOCOLS AND CONCEPTS 13. Palliative Radiotherapy 14. CNS Treatment Planning 15. Head and Neck Treatment Planning 16. Breast Treatment Planning 17. Thoracic Treatment Planning 18. Gastrointestinal Treatment Planning 19. Genitourinary Treatment Planning 20. Gynecological Treatment Planning 21. Sarcoma Treatment Planning 22. Lymphoma 23. Skin Cancer Treatment Planning Suggested Readings Index

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George Rodrigues, MD FRCPC MSc, Associate Professor and Clinician Scientist, Departments of Oncology and Epidemiology/Biostatistics, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada Vikram Velker, MD, MD, Radiation Oncology, Department of Oncology University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada Lara Best, MD, Radiation Oncology Department of Oncology, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada

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