Radiobiology for the radiologist

• Main Authors: Hall, Eric J. (Author), Giaccia, Amato J. (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Lippincott Williams & Wilkins 2006
• Edition: Sixth Edition
• Subjects: Radiation Effects; Radiobiology; Radiotherapy
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• Physical Description: ix, 546 pages illustrations 24 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9780781741514; 0781741513

The updated Sixth Edition of this popular text will remain the first choice for those who need current, clinically relevant information on how radiation affects the human body. Written by practicing, active radiobiologists, the book brings together basic laboratory research and practical, clinical applications. The easy-to-read text and informative illustrations ensure comprehension, and summaries at the end of each chapter facilitate quick review. The first section covers topics applicable to diagnostic radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiation oncology; the second section offers material specifically for radiation oncologists. This edition includes new material about doses and risks in interventional radiology and cardiology