Author : Arjun Sahgal
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1000392236
Total Pages : 617 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)
Book Synopsis Image-Guided Hypofractionated Stereotactic Radiosurgery by : Arjun Sahgal
Download or read book Image-Guided Hypofractionated Stereotactic Radiosurgery written by Arjun Sahgal and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2021-07-21 with total page 617 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • Discusses the pros and cons of hypofractionated SRT compared to single-fraction radiosurgery, providing a deeper understanding of radiosurgery and radiobiology. • Explains the toxicity and adverse effects of hypofractionated SRT including the 24 Gy in 2 spine SBRT fractionation scheme, aiding practitioners in communicating the risks and benefits of treatment and in obtaining their patients’ consent. • Outlines the current standards for safe practice, including checklists for implementation. • Explores new technologies for brain and spine tumours including LITT, MR Guided Focussed Ultrasound and Zap technology with chapters authored by well-recognized experts in the radiation, oncology, and neurosurgery communities, this book delivers a level of technological and clinical detail not available in journal papers.