This guide & companion to the Radiation Oncology Self-Assessment Guide is a comprehensive physics review for anyone in the field of radiation oncology looking to enhance their knowledge of medical physics. It covers in depth the principles of radiation physics as applied to radiation therapy along with their technical and clinical applications. To foster retention of key concepts and data, the resource utilizes a user-friendly ìflash cardî question and answer format with over 800 questions. The questions are supported by detailed answers and rationales along with reference citations for source information.
The Guide is comprised of 14 chapters that lead the reader through the radiation oncology physics field, from basic physics to current practice and latest innovations. Aspects of basic physics covered include fundamentals, photon and particle interactions, and dose measurement. A section on current practice covers treatment planning, safety, regulations, quality assurance, and SBRT, SRS, TBI, IMRT, and IGRT techniques. A chapter unique to this volume is dedicated to those topics in diagnostic imaging most relevant to radiology, including MRI, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, mammography, PET, SPECT, and CT. New technologies such as VMAT, novel IGRT devices, proton therapy, and MRI-guided therapy are also incorporated. Focused and authoritative, this must-have review combines the expertise of clinical radiation oncology and radiation physics faculty from the Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute.
Key Features:
Includes more than 800 questions with detailed answers and rationales
A one-stop guide for those studying the physics of radiation oncology including those wishing to reinforce their current knowledge of medical physics
Delivered in a ìflash cardî format to facilitate recall of key concepts and data
Presents a unique chapter on diagnostic imaging topics most relevant to radiation oncology
Content provided by a vast array of contributors, including physicists, radiation oncology residents, dosimetrists, and physicians
About the Editors:
Andrew Godley, PhD, is Staff Physicist, Department of Radiation Oncology, Taussig Cancer Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland OH
Ping Xia, PhD, is Head of Medical Physics and Professor of Molecular Medicine, Taussig Cancer Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH.

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Cover 1
Title 4
Copyright 5
Contents 6
Contributors 8
Preface 10
Share Physics in Radiation Oncology Self-Assessment Guide 14
Chapter 1: Fundamental Physics 15
1.1 Units 17
1.2 Atomic and Nuclear Structure 21
1.3 Radioactivity 29
1.4 Exponential Decay 35
Chapter 2: Radiation Generating Equipment 43
2.1 Production of X-Rays 45
2.2 Linear Accelerators 55
2.3 Particle and Source-Based Radiation 65
Chapter 3: Ionizing Radiation 71
3.1 Photon Interactions 73
3.2 Particle Interactions 85
Chapter 4: Absorbed Dose 99
4.1 Dosimetry 101
4.2 Dosimeters 111
Chapter 5: Photon Treatment 127
5.1 Beam Quality 129
5.2 Factors Affecting Photon Dose Deposition 143
5.3 Monitor Unit Calculations 163
Chapter 6: Basic Treatment Planning 179
Chapter 7: Electron Treatment 215
Chapter 8: Brachytherapy 237
8.1 Brachytherapy 239
8.2 Low-Dose-Rate Brachytherapy 249
8.3 High-Dose-Rate Brachytherapy 259
Chapter 9: Advanced Treatment Techniques 277
9.1 Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy 279
9.2 Stereotactic Radiation Therapy 289
9.3 Respiratory Management 301
9.4 Computing 305
Chapter 10: Specialized Treatment 309
10.1 Stereotactic Radiosurgery 311
10.2 Total Body and Total Skin Irradiation 321
10.3 Particle Therapy 329
10.4 Hyperthermia 341
Chapter 11: Quality 347
11.1 Therapy Equipment Quality Assurance 349
11.2 Patient Safety 361
Chapter 12: Radiation Safety and Regulations 371
12.1 Rules and Regulations 373
12.2 Shielding 389
Chapter 13: Diagnostic Imaging 399
13.1 Radiography and Fluoroscopy 401
13.2 MRI 407
13.3 Mammography 413
13.4 Nuclear Imaging 417
13.5 CT 423
13.6 Ultrasound 431
Chapter 14: Image Guidance 439
Index 471

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