Main description:

This new edition has been fully revised to provide radiologists with the latest advances in radiological physics.

Divided into six sections, the book begins with an overview of general physics, followed by a section on radiation physics. The remaining chapters cover physics of diagnostic radiology, physics of nuclear medicine, physics of radiation therapy, and radiological health and safety.

The second edition features many new topics, recent advances and detailed explanations of complicated concepts.

The comprehensive text is further enhanced by nearly 350 radiological images, diagrams and tables.

Key points

Fully revised new edition providing latest advances in radiological physics
Second edition features new topics, recent advances and explanations of complicated concepts
Highly illustrated with nearly 350 radiological images, diagrams and tables
Previous edition (9788171798544) published in 2001

Contents:

Section 1: General Physics

Basic Concepts
Atomic Structure and Electronics
Electricity and Magnetism
Electromagnetic Induction
Transformer and Rectifier
X-Ray Production
X-Ray Tube Technology
X-Ray Generator Circuits

Section 2: Radiation Physics

Radioactivity and Gamma Rays
Radiation Quantities and Units
Interaction of Radiation with Matter
Radiation Detection and Measurements

Section 3: Physics of Diagnostic Radiology

Radiography
Cassette, Screens and Films
Digital Radiography
Mammography
Fluoroscopy
Computed Tomography
Ultrasound Imaging
Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Section 4: Physics of Nuclear Medicine

Radioisotopes and Radiopharmaceuticals
Gamma Imaging Equipment

Section 5: Physics of Radiation Therapy

Radiotherapy Equipment
External Beam Characteristics
Treatment Planning: External Beam
Brachytherapy
Advanced Radiotherapy Techniques

Section 6: Radiological Health and Safety

Principles of Radiation Protection and Regulations
Radiation Safety for Diagnostic Radiology
Radiation Safety for Radiation Therapy

Index