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This new edition has been fully revised to provide radiologists with the latest advances in radiological physics. Divided into six sections, the book begins with an overview of general physics, followed by a section on radiation physics. The remaining chapters cover physics of diagnostic radiology, physics of nuclear medicine, physics of radiation therapy, and radiological health and safety. The second edition features many new topics, recent advances and detailed explanations of complicated concepts. The comprehensive text is further enhanced by nearly 350 radiological images, diagrams and tables. Key points Fully revised new edition providing latest advances in radiological physics Second edition features new topics, recent advances and explanations of complicated concepts Highly illustrated with nearly 350 radiological images, diagrams and tables Previous edition (9788171798544) published in 2001

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Author:   Thayalan Kuppusamy
Publisher:   Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers
Imprint:   Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers
Edition:   2nd Revised edition
Weight:   0.700kg
ISBN:  

9789352700486

ISBN 10:   9352700481
Pages:   480
Publication Date:   17 July 2017
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Section 1: General Physics Basic Concepts Atomic Structure and Electronics Electricity and Magnetism Electromagnetic Induction Transformer and Rectifier X-Ray Production X-Ray Tube Technology X-Ray Generator Circuits   Section 2: Radiation Physics Radioactivity and Gamma Rays Radiation Quantities and Units Interaction of Radiation with Matter Radiation Detection and Measurements   Section 3: Physics of Diagnostic Radiology Radiography Cassette, Screens and Films Digital Radiography Mammography Fluoroscopy Computed Tomography Ultrasound Imaging Magnetic Resonance Imaging   Section 4: Physics of Nuclear Medicine Radioisotopes and Radiopharmaceuticals Gamma Imaging Equipment   Section 5: Physics of Radiation Therapy Radiotherapy Equipment External Beam Characteristics Treatment Planning: External Beam Brachytherapy Advanced Radiotherapy Techniques   Section 6: Radiological Health and Safety Principles of Radiation Protection and Regulations Radiation Safety for Diagnostic Radiology Radiation Safety for Radiation Therapy   Index

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Thayalan Kuppusamy MSC Dip Rp MPhil PhD FUICC FIMSA FUSI Consultant Medical Physicist, Dr Kamakshi Memorial Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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