Proton and Charged Particle Radiotherapy

by Thomas F. DeLaney MD (Editor), Hanne M. Kooy MD (Editor)

This volume is the first comprehensive and practical clinical reference on proton and charged particle radiotherapy. The first half of the book explains the treatment delivery systems used, offers detailed guidance on treatment planning techniques, examines key clinical issues in proton radiotherapy, and reviews recent experience with heavier charged particle radiotherapy. The second half of the book offers "how-to" information on treatment of pediatric tumors, lymphomas, and tumors of the central nervous system, eye, skull base, cervical spine, bone and soft tissue, paranasal sinus, nasal cavity, nasopharynx, oropharynx, oral cavity, salivary glands, prostate, lung, gastrointestinal tract, female reproductive tract, and breast. More than 100 full-color illustrations complement the text.

320 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2007

Reviews

[Hywel Owen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a timely and very up-to-date textbook on proton radiotherapy. The most recent developments in clinical proton therapy are covered, in particular the development of new accelerator technologies and the implementation of Intensity-Modulated Proton Therapy.