Practical Radiotherapy Planning 4th Edition by Ann Barrett, Stephen Morris, Jane Dobbs, Tom Roques ISBN 0340927739 ‎ 978-0340927731

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ISBN 10: 0340927739

ISBN 13: ‎ 978-0340927731

Author: Ann Barrett, Stephen Morris, Jane Dobbs, Tom Roques 

Planning is a critical stage of radiotherapy. Careful consideration of the complex variables involved and critical assessment of the techniques available are fundamental to good and effective practice.

First published in 1985, Practical Radiotherapy Planning has, over three editions, established itself as the popular choice for the trainee radiation oncologist and radiographer, providing the ‘nuts and bolts’ of planning in a practical and accessible manner.

This fourth edition encompasses a wealth of new material, reflecting the radical change in the practice of radiotherapy in recent years. The information contained within the introductory chapters has been expanded and brought up to date and a new chapter on patient management has been added. CT stimulators, MLC shieldings and dose profiles, principles of IMRT, and use of MRI, PET and ultrasound are all included, amongst other new developments in this field.

The aim of this book remains unchanged. Complexity of treatment planning has increased greatly, but the fourth edition continues to emphasize underlying principles of treatment that can be applied for conventional, conformal and novel treatments, taking into account advances in imaging and treatment delivery.

Practical Radiotherapy Planning 4th Table of contents: 

Part 1: Introduction to Radiotherapy Planning

1. Overview of Radiotherapy Planning

   • History and Development of Radiotherapy
   • Principles of Radiation Therapy
   • The Role of Radiotherapy in Cancer Treatment
   • Key Concepts in Radiotherapy: Dose, Fractionation, and Treatment Fields

2. Anatomy and Physiology in Radiotherapy

   • Anatomy Relevant to Radiotherapy Planning
   • Physiology and Radiobiology
   • Understanding Normal Tissue Tolerance to Radiation

3. Radiation Physics and Dosimetry

   • Basic Concepts in Radiation Physics
   • Dose Calculation and Measurement
   • Dosimetry Equipment and Techniques
   • Treatment Planning Systems (TPS)

Part 2: Principles of Radiotherapy Planning 4. Techniques of Radiotherapy Planning

• External Beam Radiotherapy
• Brachytherapy Techniques
• 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
• Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)
• Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT)
• Stereotactic Radiotherapy (SRT) and Radiosurgery (SRS)

5. Radiotherapy Planning for Specific Tumor Sites

   • Head and Neck Cancers
   • Thoracic Tumors (Lung, Esophagus, etc.)
   • Abdominal and Pelvic Tumors (Gastrointestinal, Gynecological, Prostate)
   • Brain and Spine Tumors
   • Pediatric Radiotherapy Planning

6. Target Volume Delineation

   • Defining Gross Tumor Volume (GTV), Clinical Target Volume (CTV), and Planning Target Volume (PTV)
   • Methods of Target Volume Delineation
   • Using Imaging Techniques for Accurate Delineation (CT, MRI, PET)
   • Challenges in Target Volume Definition

Part 3: Treatment Planning and Delivery 7. Treatment Planning Process

• Patient Setup and Immobilization Techniques
• Selection of Beam Angles and Treatment Fields
• Use of Multileaf Collimators (MLC) and Field Shaping
• Optimization of Treatment Plans

8. Radiation Dose Calculation and Plan Evaluation

   • Dose Distribution and Isodose Curves
   • Dose Constraints and Organs at Risk (OARs)
   • Plan Verification and Quality Assurance
   • Treatment Plan Evaluation Criteria

9. Advanced Radiotherapy Techniques

   • Tomotherapy and Helical Tomotherapy
   • Proton Therapy
   • Heavy Ion Therapy
   • Adaptive Radiotherapy
   • Radiosensitizers and Radioprotectors

Part 4: Clinical Considerations 10. Patient-Specific Considerations in Radiotherapy Planning – Patient Assessment and Clinical History – Managing Side Effects and Toxicities – Patient Communication and Consent – Role of the Multidisciplinary Team in Treatment Planning

11. Radiotherapy for Palliative Care
    • Principles of Palliative Radiotherapy
    • Planning for Palliation in Different Sites
    • Quality of Life Considerations
    • Managing Symptoms (Pain, Bleeding, etc.)

Part 5: Radiotherapy Planning in Practice 12. Quality Assurance and Safety in Radiotherapy – Protocols and Standards in Radiotherapy – Equipment Quality Control – Patient Safety Measures – Radiotherapy Error Prevention

13. Future Trends in Radiotherapy Planning

    • Advances in Imaging Technologies
    • Personalized Medicine and Adaptive Radiotherapy
    • Artificial Intelligence in Radiotherapy
    • The Role of Radiomics in Treatment Planning

14. Case Studies in Radiotherapy Planning

    • Case Study 1: Head and Neck Cancer
    • Case Study 2: Prostate Cancer
    • Case Study 3: Brain Tumors
    • Case Study 4: Palliative Radiotherapy for Bone Metastases

Appendices

• A: Glossary of Terms
• B: Key Radiotherapy Planning Resources and References
• C: Index

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