Product Description

Planning is a critical stage of radiotherapy. Careful consideration of the complex variables involved and critical assessment of the techniques available are fundamental to good and effective practice.

First published in 1985, Practical Radiotherapy Planning has, over three editions, established itself as the popular choice for the trainee raditation oncologist and radiographer, providing the 'nuts and bolts' of planning in a practical and accessible manner.

This fourth edition encompasses a wealth of new material, reflecting the radical change in the practice of radiotherapy in recent years. The information contained within the introductory chapters has been expanded and brought up to date, and a new chapter on patient management has been added. CT stimulators, MLC shieldings and dose profiles, principles of IMRT, and use of MRI, PET and ultrasound are all included, amongst other new developments in this field.

The aim of the book remains unchanged. Complexity of treatment planning has increased greatly, but the fourth edition continues to emphasise underlying principles of treatment that can be applied for conventional, conformal and novel treatments, taking into account advances in imaging and treatment delivery.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #35659 in Books
• Published on: 2009-06-26
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 468 pages

Radiology
Succinct and clear discussions of the principles of tumour evaluation, location and treatment technique.

Review
Succinct and clear discussions of the principles of tumour evaluation, location and treatment technique. (Radiology )

An excellent guide to radiotherapy planning. I recommend it to anyone with an interest in radiotherapy planning as a well written, easy to understand guide to day-to-day techniques. (Radiography Today )

It has become a standard reference text in virtually all departments of radiotherapy. (Clinical Oncology )

This book is highly recommended to everybody involved in radiotherapy - not only trainees but also seniors should find it very useful. (Acta Oncologica )

Highly recommmended. (British Journal of Hospital Medicine )

Has been described by trainees in radiation oncology as essential. (BMJ )

The authors are to be commended for providing an outstanding accurate and concise outline of the radiotherapy planning. It can be recommended as an excellent guide in daily practice. (Annals of Oncology )

British Journal of Hospital Medicine
Highly recommmended.

Customer Reviews

Much better book than the previous edition
Much better written book than the previous edition. More relevant to modern practice of radiotherapy.