Khan's Treatment Planning in Radiation Oncology

Selected as a Doody's Core Title for 2022 and 2023! Offering comprehensive coverage of the clinical, physical, and technical aspects of radiation treatment planning,Khan's Treatment Planning in Radiation Oncology, Fifth Edition, provides a team approach to this complex field. Drs. Paul W. SperdutoandJohn P. Gibbonsare joined by expert contributing authors who focus on the application of physical and clinical concepts to solve treatment planning problems-helping you provide effective, state-of-the-art care for cancer patients. This unique, well-regardedtexthas been updated throughout to reflect the most current practices in today's radiation oncology treatment. Incorporates the most up-to-date imaging techniques and radiation treatment modalities used to treat patients with cancer. Containsnew chapterson patient safety,knowledge-based treatment planningand the treatment planning implications ofcombined radiation and immunotherapy. Includes key points for more focused study and study questions at the end of each chapter, many with newly expanded explanations. Discusses the scientific background and the key aspects of each clinical approachtoensure that you gain a well-rounded understanding of how to plan treatment from both a technical and a clinical perspective. Enrich YoureBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.