Linac Radiosurgery A Practical Guide [Paperback]

Designed as a practical guide to linac radiosurgery, the book addresses the pertinent aspects of stereotactic treatment delivery. In recent years, there has been a massive increase in the use of this method rather than gamma knife or particle beam technology, and this book provides a hands-on guide to the methods and treatment delivery implemented by leading authorities at the University of Florida.Designed as a practical guide to linac (linear accelerator) radiosurgery, the book addresses the pertinent aspects of stereotactic treatment delivery. In recent years, there has been a massive proliferation in the number of facilities employing this method over gamma knife or particle beam technology. This book provides a hands-on guide to the methods and treatment delivery implemented by leading authorities in the field at the University of Florida.1. Introduction.- 2. Ring Application.- 3. Stereotactic Angiography.- 4. Stereotactic Computed Tomography.- 5. Stereotactic Magnetic Resonance Imaging.- 6. Radiosurgery Treatment Planning.- 7. Dose Selection.- 8. Radiation Delivery.- 9. Patient Follow-Up.- 10. University of Florida Results.- 11. Stereotactic Radiotherapy.- Suggested Readings.Linac Radiosurgery provides a practical guide to linac (linear accelerator) radiosurgery in a hands-on guide format that will prove a useful resource for all radiation oncologists.Springer Book Archives