Bøger af Karolina Sturm

Radiation oncology refers to a medical field which utilizes a multidisciplinary approach for the treatment of cancer. It makes use of radiation therapy, which involves the treatment of patients with X-rays generated through electron accelerators. Particle therapy is an emerging technique of radiotherapy. A variety of solid cancers have been treated using protons and carbon ions. The physical properties of the charged particles help in avoiding damage to the normal tissues, as compared to the use of conventional X-rays. This makes proton therapy a safe treatment option for pediatric tumors as well. The treatment and technology utilized in radiation oncology is improving rapidly, which have resulted in an increased number of positive outcomes for patients, as well as fast treatments with few side effects. This book aims to understand the clinical perspectives of radiation oncology. Also included herein is a detailed explanation of the various concepts and applications of this area of medicine. Researchers and students in this field will be assisted by this book.

Radiation therapy refers to a technique used for treating cancer with the help of high energy charged particles. It is one of the three major modalities utilized for the treatment of malignant diseases, the other two modalities being chemotherapy and surgery. Radiotherapy utilizes ionizing radiation to treat cancer and is significantly reliant on modern technology. It is also dependent on the joint efforts of a number of medical specialties, such as radiation oncology and medical physics, whose coordinated team approach has a significant impact on the outcome of the treatment. Radiation therapy for cancer requires an understanding of radiation physics along with the interaction of ionizing radiation with human tissue. It is utilised as a primary treatment for cancer, and can be given individually or in combination with other treatments like medications or chemotherapy. This book explores all the important aspects of radiation therapy in the present day scenario. It is a valuable compilation of topics, ranging from the basic to the most complex advancements in this form of cancer therapy. This book is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area as well as for experts.