Appropriate Use of Advanced Technologies for Radiation Therapy and Surgery in Oncology : Workshop Summary

Name: Appropriate Use of Advanced Technologies for Radiation Therapy and Surgery in Oncology : Workshop Summary
Brand: National Academies Press

National Academies Press

In recent years, the field of oncology has witnessed a number of technological advances, including more precise radiation therapy and minimally invasive surgical techniques. Three-dimensional (3D), stereotactic, and proton-beam radiation therapy, as well as laparoscopy and robotic surgery, can enhance clinician's ability to treat conditions that were clinically challenging with conventional technologies, and may improve clinical outcomes or reduce treatment-related problems for some patients. Both patients and physicians seek access to these new technologies, which are rapidly being adopted into standard clinical practice. Such demand is often propelled by marketing that portrays the new technologies as the \""latest and greatest\"" treatments available. However, evidence is often lacking to\n\nAppropriate Use of Advanced Technologies for Radiation Therapy and Surgery in Oncology\nWorkshop Summary\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery;