Handbook of Radioembolization
| Author | : Alexander S. Pasciak, PhD. |
| Publisher | : CRC Press |
| Total Pages | : 349 |
| Release | : 2016-11-03 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781498742023 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1498742025 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (025 Downloads) |
Download or read book Handbook of Radioembolization written by Alexander S. Pasciak, PhD. and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2016-11-03 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Radioembolization is a widely used treatment for non-resectable primary and secondary liver cancer. This handbook addresses the radiation biology, physics, nuclear medicine, and imaging for radioembolization using Yttrium-90 (90Y) microspheres, in addition to discussing aspects related to interventional radiology. The contents reflect on and off-label treatment indications, dose-response relationships, treatment-planning, therapy optimization, radiation safety, imaging follow-up and many other facets of this therapy necessary for both novice and advanced users alike.
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