Principles and Practice of Image-Guided Radiation Therapy of Lung Cancer

This book gives a comprehensive overview on the use of image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) in the treatment of lung cancer, covering step-by-step guidelines for clinical implementations, fundamental principles and key technical advances. It covers benefits and limitations of techniques as well as quality and safety issues related to IGRT practice.

• Addresses imaging simulation, treatment planning, verification and delivery
• Discusses important quality assurance issues
• Describes current methods using specialized machines and technologies

Key Features:

• Covers the full range of topics, from history to principles, technical advances, and step-by-step practice guidelines.
• Follows a logical progression from practical to investigative, and beginning with the basic principles.
• Addresses major changes including developments in four-dimensional (4D) imaging and multimodality image guidance.
• Discusses critical topics including MRI-guided image guided radiation therapy, adaptive radiotherapy, and functional imaging for response assessment.
• Explains the quality and safety issues related to IGRT practice.

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