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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of supervoltage radiation therapy, a revolutionary development in the fight against cancer. It transports the reader back to the 1950s, a time when the medical community was grappling with the potential and challenges of this powerful new tool. The author meticulously explores the historical context, chronicling the excitement and uncertainty surrounding the use of cobalt-60 and other high-energy radiation sources to treat tumors. The book goes beyond simply describing the technology, however, diving into the complexities of dosimetry, the science of accurately measuring radiation doses to ensure their effectiveness and minimize harm to healthy tissues. Through lively discussions and case studies, the author examines the limitations of the traditional roentgen unit and advocates for the use of the rad, a more precise measure of absorbed energy. This book offers a unique glimpse into the debates and discoveries that shaped the field of radiation therapy, emphasizing the importance of scientific rigor and the need for a deep understanding of both the physical and biological aspects of this powerful force. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781332876037_0
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