Radiobiology Self-Assessment Guide / Edition 1

ISBN-13: 9781620701140 Publisher: Springer Publishing Company Publication date: 11/23/2016 Pages: 520 Product dimensions: 7.00(w) x 9.90(h) x 1.10(d) Radiobiology Self-Assessment Guide—a companion to the Radiation Oncology Self-Assessment Guide and Physics in Radiation Oncology Self-Assessment Guide—is a comprehensive review for practitioners of radiation oncology looking to enhance their knowledge of radiobiology. It covers in depth the principles of radiobiology as applied to radiation oncology along with their clinical applications. To foster retention of key concepts and data, the resource utilizes a user-friendly "flash card" question and answer format with over 700 questions. The questions are supported by detailed answers and rationales along with reference citations for source information. The guide is comprised of 29 chapters and cover topics commonly found on the radiation and cancer biology portion of the radiation oncology board examination. Aspects of basic radiobiology