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Inside the Sixth Edition of this now-reference, you will discover encyclopedic coverage of topics ranging from basic science to sophisticated computer-based radiation therapy treatment planning and supportive care. The book's comprehensive scope and abundantly illustrated format provide you with better understanding of the natural history of cancer, the physical methods of radiation application, the effects of radiation on normal tissues, and the most judicious ways in which you can employ radiation therapy in patient care. Including epidemiology, pathology, diagnostic work-up, prognostic factors, treatment techniques, applications of surgery and chemotherapy, end results, and more. Increased emphasis on new approaches and technologies improve your understanding of three-dimensional treatment planning, intensity-modulated radiotherapy, combined modality therapy, and particle therapy. Digital version includes the complete text, index-based search, note sharing, regular content updates integrated into the text, and much more.

The prevalence of primary malignant tumors in the gastrointestinal tract is significant, accounting for 23% of invasive cancers and 24% of cancer-related deaths in 1988. In the U.S., an estimated 227,500 new cases are expected, with various cancers affecting the esophagus, stomach, intestines, and pancreas. Early signs often include gastrointestinal bleeding, and risk factors encompass personal or family histories of cancer, polyps, and inflammatory bowel disease. Additionally, dietary habits, particularly high-fat and low-fiber diets, may contribute to increased risk.

The management of head and neck cancers is evolving to enhance long-term outcomes while minimizing disfigurement and distress from treatments. With significant advances in surgical and radiation therapies, early-stage tumors, particularly in the vocal cords and oral cavity, have a high cure rate. However, advanced tumors present greater challenges, necessitating integrated, multimodal treatment strategies. As a result, the prognosis for these more complex cases is improving due to more aggressive therapeutic approaches.

Designed for rapid, on-the-spot consultation, this handy manual presents the most essential information that is immediately required in the daily clinical practice of radiation oncology. The first 12 chapters succinctly review concepts that are crucial in treatment planning and patient management. The remaining 52 chapters describe treatment regimens for all cancer sites and tumor types.This revised, updated Second Edition reflects the past three years' many improvements in radiation treatment of malignancies. A new chapter covers intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT). The book contains more than 300 practical illustrations, including full-color in the chapters on IMRT and 3-D physics and treatment planning.

This comprehensive encyclopedia, comprising a wide range of entries written by leading experts, provides detailed information on radiation oncology, including the most recent developments in the field. It will be of particular value for basic and clinical scientists in academia, practice, and industry and will also be of benefit to those in related fields, students, teachers, and interested laypersons.