BookRenato G. Panizzon, M. Heinrich Seegenschmiedt, editors.
Summary: In this book, leading experts in the dermatological and oncological field describe the use of radiation therapy for the treatment of the full range of dermatological malignancies ? including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, cutaneous lymphomas, Kaposi's sarcoma, melanoma, and Merkel cell tumor ? as well as those precancerous lesions and non-malignant dermatological disorders which are amenable to radiation therapy. In each case the specific indications for the use of radiotherapy and its application are clearly explained with the aid of numerous high-quality illustrations. In addition, the book provides a concise introduction to physical and radiobiological principles, selection of radiation factors, dose definitions, radiation reactions, and risk assessments. The new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect advances in practical knowledge and clinical practice. It will be an invaluable source of information on the management of skin tumors and related non-malignant disorders for both dermatologists, oncologists and radiation oncologists.
Contents:
History of Dermatologic
Radiotherapy
Radiobiology of the Skin
Radiation Equipment
Radiation Treatment of Benign Dermatoses
Grenz Ray Treatment
Soft-X-Ray Treatment
Tumor Staging in Dermatology
Treatment of Precancerous Lesions
Radiation Treatment of Skin Carcinomas
Electron Therapy of Skin Carcinomas
Radiotherapy of Kaposi?s Sarcoma
Radiotherapy of Lymphomas
Indian Experience
Radiotherapy of Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Radiotherapy of Melanoma
Side Effects of Radiation Treatment
Radiation Accidents
Index. Index: The manuscript includes terms for the index. SPI should create an index and send proofs to the editors for approval.