Synopses & Reviews
Designed as a practical guide to linac radiosurgery, the book addresses the pertinent aspects of stereotactic treatment delivery. In recent years, there has been a massive increase in the use of this method rather than gamma knife or particle beam technology, and this book provides a hands-on guide to the methods and treatment delivery implemented by leading authorities at the University of Florida.
Synopsis
Designed as a practical guide to linac (linear accelerator) radiosurgery, the book addresses the pertinent aspects of stereotactic treatment delivery. In recent years, there has been a massive proliferation in the number of facilities employing this method over gamma knife or particle beam technology. This book provides a hands-on guide to the methods and treatment delivery implemented by leading authorities in the field at the University of Florida.
Synopsis
Linac Radiosurgery provides a practical guide to linac (linear accelerator) radiosurgery in a hands-on guide format that will prove a useful resource for all radiation oncologists.
Table of Contents
Contents: Introduction.- Ring Application.- Stereotactic Angiography.- Stereotactic Computed Tomography.- Stereotactic Magnetic Resonance Imaging.- Radiosurgery Treatment Planning.- Dose Selection.- Radiation Delivery.- Patient Follow-Up.- University of Florida Results.- Stereotactic Radiotherapy.- Suggested Reading.