Radiation oncology: Times of practice change
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Developments in radiotherapy during the past 10– 15 years, which have been driven largely by technological advances, have been nothing short of remarkable. Significant advances in tumour imaging, in radiotherapy treatment planning, and in dose delivery techniques have all contributed to improved treatment outcomes and have, in some situations, led to important changes in overall therapeutic approach.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Current Oncology
دوره 14 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2007