Description:

Recent research in the field of radiotherapy has brought forth a wide variety of new techniques, which have significantly impacted on the clinical practice of radiotherapy. This electronic book gives an in-depth description of new techniques and their physical principles as well as an overview of new technical developments. 

Topics covered in this DVD include such innovative subjects as: Inverse Planning – Monte Carlo Techniques in Treatment Planning; Stereotactic Radiotherapy- Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy; Image Guided Radiotherapy Procedures – Radiation Therapy with Charged particles. Sophisticated multimedia offers not only a comprehensive but also easily understood description of state-of-the-art radiotherapy techniques,helping you to stay up-to-date with cutting-edge research.

Contents:

Basics and Fields of Application; Patient Immobilization; Imaging; Tumor Localization; 3D Treatment Planning; Dose Calculation for Photons and Electrons; Plan Optimization; Patient Positioning; Treatment Modalities; Conformal Radiation Therapy; Quality Management; Clinical Radiation Dosimetry; Physical and Biological Properties of Heavy Charged Particles; Beam Production of Heavy Charged Particles; Beam Application; Dose Calculation for Charged Particles; Clinical Applications of Heavy Particle Beams.