This unique, full-color reference offers a total team approach to radiation oncology treatment planning, incorporating the newest imaging techniques and offering a comprehensive discussion of clinical, physical, biological and technical aspects. A clear focus on the application of physical and clinical concepts to solve treatment planning problems helps you provide effective, state-of-the-art care for cancer patients. With authoritative coverage of the latest in sophisticated radiation oncology treatment modalities, the 4th Edition of Khan s Treatment Planning in Radiation Oncology is an essential resource for the radiation oncologist, medical physicist, dosimetrist, and radiation therapist. New to this edition: -Up-to-date material throughout reflects the most current practices in adiation oncology treatment. -New chapters discuss the pros and cons of recent developments in the field: Role of Protons vs. Photons in Modern Radiotherapy: Clinical Perspective, Intensity-Modulated Proton Therapy, and Radiobiology of Hypofractionated Regimens for SRS and SBRT. -New contributors bring a fresh perspective and provide current insight in their areas of expertise. -New Key Points and Study Questions at the end of each chapter online help you assess your understanding of the material. -Discussions of the scientific background and key aspects of clinical approach ensure that you gain a well-rounded understanding of how to plan treatment from both a technical and a clinical perspective. Now with the print edition, enjoy the bundled interactive eBook edition, which can be downloaded to your tablet and smartphone or accessed online and includes features like: -Complete content with enhanced navigation -Powerful search tools & smart navigation cross-links that pull results from content in the book, your notes, and even the web -Cross-linked pages, references, and more for easy navigation -Highlighting tool for easier reference of key content throughout the text -Ability to take and share notes with friends and colleagues -Quick reference tabbing to save your favorite content for future use
