Main description:

In this book, leading experts in the dermatological and oncological field describe the use of radiation therapy for the treatment of the full range of dermatological malignancies - including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, cutaneous lymphomas, Kaposi's sarcoma, melanoma, and Merkel cell tumor - as well as those precancerous lesions and non-malignant dermatological disorders which are amenable to radiation therapy. In each case the specific indications for the use of radiotherapy and its application are clearly explained with the aid of numerous high-quality illustrations. In addition, the book provides a concise introduction to physical and radiobiological principles, selection of radiation factors, dose definitions, radiation reactions, and risk assessments. The new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect advances in practical knowledge and clinical practice. It will be an invaluable source of information on the management of skin tumors and related non-malignant disorders for both dermatologists, oncologists and radiation oncologists.

Contents:

History of Dermatologic.- Radiotherapy.- Radiobiology of the Skin.- Radiation Equipment.- Radiation Treatment of Benign Dermatoses.- Grenz Ray Treatment.- Soft-X-Ray Treatment.- Tumor Staging in Dermatology.- Treatment of Precancerous Lesions.- Radiation Treatment of Skin Carcinomas.- Electron Therapy of Skin Carcinomas.- Radiotherapy of Kaposi's Sarcoma.- Radiotherapy of Lymphomas .- Indian Experience.- Radiotherapy of Merkel Cell Carcinoma.- Radiotherapy of Melanoma.- Side Effects of Radiation Treatment.- Radiation Accidents.- Index. Index: The manuscript includes terms for the index. SPI should create an index and send proofs to the editors for approval.