Comprehensive Guide to Image-Guided Radiation Therapy for Lung Cancer

This book provides a detailed 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 discusses the benefits and limitations of various techniques, as well as quality and safety issues related to IGRT practice.

Imaging Simulation, Treatment Planning, Verification, and Delivery

The book addresses imaging simulation, treatment planning, verification, and delivery, providing insights into the latest methods using specialized machines and technologies. It is an essential resource for healthcare professionals, researchers, and students seeking to understand the role of IGRT in lung cancer treatment.

Quality Assurance Issues

Important quality assurance issues are discussed, ensuring that healthcare providers can implement IGRT safely and effectively. The authors, Jing Cai, Joe Y. Chang, and Fang-Fang Yin, are renowned experts in the field of radiation oncology, providing readers with authoritative guidance on IGRT best practices.

About the Authors

Jing Cai, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Radiation Oncology at Duke University Medical Center. Joe Y. Chang, MD, PhD, is Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Fang-Fang Yin, PhD, is Chief of the Division of Radiation Physics, Professor of Radiation Oncology, and Director of the Medical Physics program at Duke University.

Book Details

Pages: 416
Publisher: CRC Press; 1 edition (September 29, 2017)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1498736734
ISBN-13: 978-1498736732