Target Volume Definition in Radiation Oncology

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Target Volume Definition in Radiation Oncology is written by Anca-Ligia Grosu and published by Springer. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 3662459345 (ISBN 10) and 9783662459348 (ISBN 13).

The main objective of this book is to provide radiation oncologists with a clear, up-to-date guide to tumor delineation and contouring of organs at risk. With this in mind, a detailed overview of recent advances in imaging for radiation treatment planning is presented. Novel concepts for target volume delineation are explained, taking into account the innovations in imaging technology. Special attention is paid to the role of the newer imaging modalities, such as positron emission tomography and diffusion and perfusion magnetic resonance imaging. All of the most important tumor entities treated with radiation therapy are covered in the book. Each chapter is devoted to a particular tumor type and has been written by a recognized expert in that topic.