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Advances in Particle Therapy: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Advances in Particle Therapy: A Multidisciplinary Approach
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Hadron therapy is a revolutionary cancer treatment with greater precision than other therapies, used in over 50 medical facilities and set to double by 2020. This new text covers the latest advances in hadron therapy, exploring physics, technology, biology, diagnosis, clinical applications, and economics. It is a valuable resource for current and aspiring specialists from various backgrounds.
Format: Hardback
Length: 282 pages
Publication date: 27 May 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Hadron therapy is a revolutionary new approach to cancer treatment that surpasses other therapies in precision. It is widely used in clinical settings and is rapidly expanding. Over 50 medical facilities currently offer or plan to offer hadron therapy, and this number is expected to double by 2020. This comprehensive text covers the latest advancements in hadron therapy, exploring its physics, technology, biology, diagnosis, clinical applications, and economics. It provides essential and up-to-date information on recent developments in the field, making it valuable for current and aspiring specialists from various backgrounds.
The multidisciplinary approach of the book covers the physics, IT (big data), biology, clinical applications, clinical trials, and economics associated with hadron therapy. It includes the latest research and developments in the field, integrating them into the global challenges of radiation therapy. The book is edited by renowned leaders in the field, including the coordinator of ENLIGHT (the European Network for Light Ion Hadron Therapy), with chapter contributions from international leading experts.
Hadron therapy offers several advantages over conventional cancer treatments. It can target cancer cells with high precision, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue. This precision allows for more effective treatment and reduces the risk of side effects. Hadron therapy also has the potential to cure cancer, particularly in advanced stages where other therapies have failed.
The development of hadron therapy has been driven by advancements in technology and research. The use of particle accelerators, such as synchrotrons and cyclotrons, allows for the production of high-energy beams of protons, ions, or other hadrons that can be used for cancer treatment. These beams are directed at the cancerous tissue, where they collide and destroy the cells through ionization and radiation.
In conclusion, hadron therapy is a groundbreaking new method of treating cancer that offers greater precision, effectiveness, and potential for cure than other therapies. With its expanding use in clinical settings and rapid growth, hadron therapy is poised to become a standard treatment option for cancer in the future.
Weight: 810g
Dimension: 355 x 186 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138064416
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