Particle beam radiation therapies for cancer
Radiotherapy with charged particles can potentially deliver maximal doses while minimizing irradiation of surrounding tissues. It may be more effective or less harmful than other forms of radiotherapy for some cancers. Currently, seven centers in the United States have facilities for particle (proto...
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Format: | eBook |
Language: | English |
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Rockville, MD
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
[2009], 2009
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Series: | Technical brief
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Collection: | National Center for Biotechnology Information - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
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- Includes bibliographical references