Description

This useful manual serves as a succinct reference on the definition of target volumes in radiation oncology and is currently in its second edition, which has been updated and amended to include more clinical cases for various stages. Slice-by-slice examples for various clinical phases and scenarios are included, together with clear instructions on simulation, setup, and field design for all of the cancers frequently seen by professional radiation oncologists. This book’s latest edition covers all aspects of contemporary radiotherapy field design, including simulation and immobilisation recommendations for intensity-modulated radiation therapy, stereotactic body radiation therapy, and 3D-conformal radiotherapy. Delineating the Target Volume and Configuring the Field: A Useful Manual for Conformal and Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapyis authored by top radiation oncologists who offer their knowledgeable insights on all pertinent topics.