Textbook (Hardcover - Sixth Edition)
Textbook Information
The updated Sixth Edition of this popular text will remain the first choice for those who need current, clinically relevant information on how radiation affects the human body. Written by practicing, active radiobiologists, the book brings together basic laboratory research and practical, clinical applications. The easy-to-read text and informative illustrations ensure comprehension, and summaries at the end of each chapter facilitate quick review.
The first section covers topics applicable to diagnostic radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiation oncology; the second section offers material specifically for radiation oncologists. This edition includes new material about doses and risks in interventional radiology and cardiology.
"Doody's Core Titles 2009."
"Discusses the basic concepts of radiobiology and features a new chapter on techniques of molecular biology...also provides coverage of tumor kinetics, acute and late radiation effects, and tissue sensitivity."
A revised and updated text (3rd ed., 1988) covering the entire field of radiobiology as it pertains to radiology, primarily for residents preparing for their boards. The volume continues to explicitly delineate areas of interest to radiation oncology, diagnostic radiology, and nuclear medicine. New to this edition is a chapter summarizing the techniques of molecular biology that are used increasingly in radiation biology. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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