Radiation protection in medical physics
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TextLanguage: English Series: NATO science for peace and security series. Series B, Physics and biophysicsPublication details: Netherlands : Springer, 2011. Description: xvi, 192p. : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cmISBN: 9789400702592Subject(s): Radiology, Medical -- Safety measures -- Congresses | Radiology, Medical -- Safety measures -- Congresses Radiation | Medical physics -- Congresses | Cellular Radiation Biology | Radiaton Oncology | Diagnostic Radiology | Effects of Radiation/Radiation Protection | Health Physics | Radiation -- Safety measuresDDC classification: 614.8 Online resources: Electronic Version | Table of Contents | Reviews Summary: This book introduces the fundamental aspects of Radiation Protection in Medical Physics and covers three main themes: General Radiation Protection Principles; Radiobiology Principles; Radiation Protection in Hospital Medical Physics. Each of these topics is developed by analysing the underlying physics principles and their implementation, quality and safety aspects, clinical performance and recent advances in the field. Some issues specific to the individual techniques are also treated, e.g. calculation of patient dose as well as that of workers in hospital, optimisation of equipment used, shielding design of radiation facilities, radiation in oncology such as use of brachytherapy in gynecology or interventional procedures. All topics are presented with didactical language and style, making this book an appropriate reference for students and professionals seeking a comprehensive introduction to the field as well as a reliable overview of the most recent developments.
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This book introduces the fundamental aspects of Radiation Protection in Medical Physics and covers three main themes: General Radiation Protection Principles; Radiobiology Principles; Radiation Protection in Hospital Medical Physics. Each of these topics is developed by analysing the underlying physics principles and their implementation, quality and safety aspects, clinical performance and recent advances in the field. Some issues specific to the individual techniques are also treated, e.g. calculation of patient dose as well as that of workers in hospital, optimisation of equipment used, shielding design of radiation facilities, radiation in oncology such as use of brachytherapy in gynecology or interventional procedures. All topics are presented with didactical language and style, making this book an appropriate reference for students and professionals seeking a comprehensive introduction to the field as well as a reliable overview of the most recent developments.
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