BookSupriya Mallick, Goura K. Rath, Rony Benson, editor.
Summary: This book addresses the most relevant aspects of radiation oncology in terms of technical integrity, dose parameters, machine and software specifications, as well as regulatory requirements. Radiation oncology is a unique field that combines physics and biology. As a result, it has not only a clinical aspect, but also a physics aspect and biology aspect, all three of which are inter-related and critical to optimal radiation treatment planning. In addition, radiation oncology involves a host of machines/software. One needs to have a firm command of these machines and their specifications to deliver comprehensive treatment. However, this information is not readily available, which poses serious challenges for students learning the planning aspect of radiation therapy. In response, this book compiles these relevant aspects in a single source. Radiation oncology is a dynamic field, and is continuously evolving. However, tracking down the latest findings is both difficult and time-consuming. Consequently, the book also comprehensively covers the most important trials. Offering an essential ready reference work, it represents a value asset for all radiation oncology practitioners, trainees and students.
Contents:
Intro; Foreword; Preface; Contents; About the Editors; Part I: Practical Physics and Instrument;
1: Interaction of Radiation with Matter; 1.1 Basic Physics Concepts to Understand Basic Interactions; 1.1.1 Electromagnetic Radiation; 1.1.2 Interaction of Charged Particles with Matter; 1.1.3 Radiative Interaction of Charged Particles; 1.2 Interaction of Electromagnetic Radiation; 1.2.1 Rayleigh Scattering; 1.2.2 Photoelectric Absorption; 1.2.3 Pair Production and Pair Annihilation; 1.2.4 Photodisintegration; 1.2.5 Linear Attenuation Coefficient and Mass Attenuation Coefficient 1.3 Interaction of Neurons with the Matte
r2: Practical Aspects of QA in LINAC and Brachytherapy; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Linear Accelerator Quality Assurance; 2.2.1 Acceptance of Linear Accelerator; 2.2.2 Commissioning of Linear Accelerator; 2.2.3 Periodic Quality Assurance of Linear Accelerator; 2.3 Brachytherapy Quality Assurance; 2.3.1 Acceptance of Brachytherapy (Remote Afterloading); 2.3.2 Periodic Quality Assurance of Brachytherapy (Remote Afterloading); References;
3: Radiation Dosimetry; 3.1 Radiation Dosimeter; 3.2 Ionization; 3.2.1 Free Air Ionization Chamber [3] 3.2.2 Thimble Chamber3.2.3 Farmer Chamber; 3.2.4 Parallel Plate Ionization Chamber; 3.2.5 Well Type Chamber; 3.3 Film; 3.3.1 Radiographic Film; 3.3.2 Radiochromic Film [4]; 3.3.3 Luminescence; 3.3.4 Thermoluminescent Dosimeter (TLD); 3.3.5 Optically Stimulated Luminescent Dosimeter (OSLD); 3.4 Semiconductor; 3.4.1 Diode Detector; 3.4.2 MOSFET Detector; 3.5 Gel Dosimeter; References;
4: Radiation Protection Practical Aspects; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Important Organizations Pertaining to Radiation Safety; 4.3 Basic Quantities and Units in Radiation Safety 4.4 Transport of Radioactive Material4.5 Equipment Required for Radiation Safety; 4.6 Radioactive Waste Disposal; 4.6.1 Management of Radioactive Waste; 4.6.2 Radioactive Waste on the Basis of the Physical Form; 4.6.3 Quality Assurance and Radiation Safety in Radiotherapy; References;
5: Beam Modifying Devices; 5.1 Shielding; 5.1.1 Gamma and X-Ray Shielding; 5.1.2 Neutron Shielding; 5.2 Custom Blocks [1]; 5.3 Independent Jaws; 5.4 Multileaf Collimator; 5.4.1 Types; 5.5 Compensators; 5.5.1 Types; 5.6 Wedge Filters; 5.7 Bolus; 5.7.1 Uses of Bolus; 5.8 Breast Cone 5.9 Penumbra Trimmers5.10 Flattening Filters; 5.11 Beam Modifying Devices for Electron Beams; References;
6: Simulators; 6.1 2D Simulators; 6.2 3D Simulators; 6.2.1 CT Simulators (https://www.healthcare.siemens.com/magnetic-resonance-imaging/magnetom-world/hot-topics/mri-in-radiation-therapy/articles-and-case-studies); 6.2.2 MRI Simulators; 6.2.3 PET-CT Simulators; Reference;
7: Telecobalt; 7.1 History; 7.2 Isotope [1]; 7.3 Machine Details; 7.4 Source Stuck; 7.5 Miscellaneous Points [2]; References;
8: Gamma Knife; 8.1 Indication of Gamma Knife Surgery