The second edition of this pocket-sized resource for radiology nurses continues to demystify complex procedures by providing concise yet comprehensive information on the basics of radiology. Describing essential procedures and protocols in quick access style, the book covers over 50 different Interventional Radiology procedures.
The first practical guide to palliative care in radiation oncology in which the editors have assembled a team of leading radiation oncologists to write this how-to on planning and administering single-fractionated and hypofractionated radiotherapy for end-of-life cancer care.
Addresses the multi-disciplinary nature of the care of these tumours. There is representation from radiation oncology, medical oncology, and surgery ensuring a well-rounded summary of current practice. Included are chapters on lung cancer, esophageal cancer, and thymomas providing coverage of the vast majority of thoracic tumours.
Provides an overview of the current state of clinical and pre-clinical research in combining radiotherapy with targeted biological agents to fight cancer. The text provides a general overview of targeted agents, reviews the current clinical trials, and includes a look at the future of this state-of-the-art practice.
A practical guide to common and uncommon toxicities which occur related to radiation therapy. Organized by anatomic region, from CNS to skin and extremities, it concisely and comprehensively reviews the symptoms, timing, preventative measures, and treatment of acute, delayed, and chronic radiation toxicities and provides evidence-based ......
Provides a comprehensive review for practitioners of radiation oncology looking to enhance their knowledge of radiobiology. It covers in depth the principles of radiobiology as applied to radiation oncology along with their clinical applications. To foster retention of key concepts and data, the resource utilizes a user-friendly flash cards; ......
Implementing Tools and Best Practices for Patients, Providers, and Payer
Provides an authoritative and evidence-based guide to the understanding and implementation of quality and safety procedures in radiation oncology practice. Chapter topics range from fundamental concepts of value and quality to commissioning technology and the use of metrics. They include perspectives on quality and safety from the patient, ......
This guide - a companion to the Radiation Oncology Self-Assessment Guide-- - is a comprehensive physics review for anyone in the field of radiation oncology looking to enhance their knowledge of medical physics. It covers in depth the principles of radiation physics as applied to radiation therapy along with their technical and clinical ......
A handbook for first-year students during clinical placement
All radiotherapy students have to undertake clinical placements. These are daunting and challenging experiences: students have to deal with qualified staff, patients, and practices and equipment that will differ from what they have been taught in the classroom. This new book gives students essential practical advice to help them in these ......
