Physics in Radiation Oncology Self-Assessment Guide
Andrew Godley, PhD
Ping Xia, PhD
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 applications. To foster retention of key concepts and data, the resource utilizes a user-friendly "flash card" question and answer format with over 800 questions. The questions are supported by detailed answers and rationales along with reference citations for source information.
The guide is comprised of 14 chapters that lead the reader through the radiation oncology physics field, from basic physics to current practice and latest innovations. Aspects of basic physics covered include fundamentals, photon and particle interactions, and dose measurement. A section on current practice covers treatment planning, safety, regulations, quality assurance, and SBRT, SRS, TBI, IMRT, and IGRT techniques. A chapter unique to this volume is dedicated to those topics in diagnostic imaging most relevant to radiology, including MRI, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, mammography, PET, SPECT, and CT. New technologies such as VMAT, novel IGRT devices, proton therapy, and MRI-guided therapy are also incorporated. Focused and authoritative, this must-have review combines the expertise of clinical radiation oncology and radiation physics faculty from the Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute.
Key Features:
- Includes more than 800 questions with detailed answers and rationales
- A one-stop guide for those studying the physics of radiation oncology including those wishing to reinforce their current knowledge of medical physics
- Delivered in a "flash card" format to facilitate recall of key concepts and data
- Presents a unique chapter on diagnostic imaging topics most relevant to radiation oncology
- Content provided by a vast array of contributors, including physicists, radiation oncology residents, dosimetrists, and physicians
CONTENTS
Contributors
Preface
1. Fundamental Physics
Mihir Naik and Andrew Godley
1.1 Units
1.2 Atomic and Nuclear Structure
1.3 Radioactivity
1.4 Exponential Decay
2. Radiation Generating Equipment
Qingyang Shang and Matthew Kolar
2.1 Production of X-Rays
2.2 Linear Accelerators
2.3 Particle and Source-Based Radiation
3. Ionizing Radiation
Zhilei Liu Shen and Toufik Djemil
3.1 Photon Interactions
3.2 Particle Interactions
4. Absorbed Dose
Martin Andrews and Naichang Yu
4.1 Dosimetry
4.2 Dosimeters
5. Photon Treatment
Matthew C. Ward and Salim Balik
5.1 Beam Quality
5.2 Factors Affecting Photon Dose Deposition
5.3 Monitor Unit Calculations
6. Basic Treatment Planning
Jeff Kittel, Lisa Zickefoose, and Diana Mattson
7. Electron Treatment
Matthew Vossler and Anthony Mastroianni
8. Brachytherapy
Maria Rybak, Neil Woody, and Allan Wilkinson
8.1 Brachytherapy
8.2 Low-Dose-Rate Brachytherapy
8.3 High-Dose-Rate Brachytherapy
9. Advanced Treatment Techniques
Anthony Magnelli, Tingliang Zhuang, and Toufik Djemil
9.1 Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy
9.2 Stereotactic Radiation Therapy
9.3 Respiratory Management
9.4 Computing
10. Specialized Treatment
Yvonne Pham and Gennady Neyman
10.1 Stereotactic Radiosurgery
10.2 Total Body and Total Skin Irradiation
10.3 Particle Therapy
10.4 Hyperthermia
11. Quality
Peng Qi and Anthony Magnelli
11.1 Therapy Equipment Quality Assurance
11.2 Patient Safety
12. Radiation Safety and Regulations
Mike Strongosky and Henry Blair
12.1 Rules and Regulations
12.2 Shielding
13. Diagnostic Imaging
Kevin Wunderle, Nicholas Shkumat, and Frank Dong
13.1 Radiography and Fluoroscopy
13.2 MRI
13.3 Mammography
13.4 Nuclear Imaging
13.5 CT
13.6 Ultrasound
14. Image Guidance
Eric Tischler and Lama Muhieddine Mossolly
Index
- Release Date: September 8, 2015
- Paperback / softback
- 476 Pages
- Trim Size: 7in x 10in
- ISBN: 9781620700709
- eBook ISBN: 9781617052408
