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OverviewThis book begins with the basic terms and definitions and takes a student, step by step, through all areas of medical physics. The book covers radiation therapy, diagnostic radiology, dosimetry, radiation shielding, and nuclear medicine, all at a level suitable for undergraduates. This title not only describes the basics concepts of the field, but also emphasizes numerical and mathematical problems and examples. Students will find An Introduction to Medical Physics to be an indispensible resource in preparations for further graduate studies in the field. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Muhammad MaqboolPublisher: Springer International Publishing AG Imprint: Springer International Publishing AG Edition: Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017 Dimensions: Width: 15.50cm , Height: 2.20cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 0.658kg ISBN: 9783319871066ISBN 10: 3319871064 Pages: 416 Publication Date: 24 May 2018 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand ![]() We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Basic Concepts in Radiation Dosimetry.- Interaction of Gamma Rays and X-Rays with Matter.- Treatment planning in Radiation Therapy.- Image Guided Radiation Therapy.- Introduction to Radiological Images.- Mammography.- Computed Tomography.- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).- CT and MRI in Radiotherapy.- Nuclear Medicine Physics.- Ultrasound.- Radiation Shielding and Protection, Part I – Measurement, Dosimetry, Shielding and Protection.- Radiation Shielding and Protection, Part II.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |