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Clinical fundamentals for radiation oncologists

Jack Yang

    Medical Physics
    |May 20, 2017
    PubMed
    Summary

    This book provides essential clinical fundamentals for radiation oncologists, covering key concepts in radiation oncology. It serves as a comprehensive resource for professionals in the field.

    Keywords:
    Biophysical mechanisms of interactionBook reviewsCancerDosimetryDosimetry/exposure assessmentHandbooksIntensity modulated radiation therapyMaterials propertiesPhysicistsRadiation safetyRadiation therapyRadiation therapy equipmentRadiation treatmentTextbooksTreatment strategycancerdosimetryradiation therapyreviewstumours

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