PET-CT in Radiotherapy Treatment Planning

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Hardbound, 272 Pages
Published: MAY-2008
ISBN 10: 1-4160-3224-X
ISBN 13: 978-1-4160-3224-3
Imprint: SAUNDERS


By
Arnold Paulino, MD, Associate Professor, Baylor College of Medicine, Methodist Hospital, Division of Radiation Oncology, Houston, TX, USA

Description
Here is an exciting new guide to the use of PET-CT imaging in radiotherapy. You’ll get practical, useful information for utilizing this novel imaging technique—from different methods for contouring biological target volumes in various anatomic regions to how different experts use this imaging in targeted treatment. This thorough text helps you make concise, accurate treatment choices based on current evidence and expert authority. The result is an essential tool for everyone on the radiotherapy treatment team in the era of image-guided radiotherapy.

Audience:
Radiation Oncologists, Oncologists and Radiologists.


 
Last update: 6 Nov 2011