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Leksell Radiosurgery

Authors: A. Niranjan, L.D. Lunsford, H. Kano Publisher: S. Karger AG Publication date: 2019 Publication language: Angielski Number of pages: 339 Publication formats: EAN: 9783318064223 ISBN: 9783318064223 Category: Neurosurgery Neurology & clinical neurophysiology Oncology Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) Publisher's index: - Bibliographic note: -

Description

Since its introduction 52 years ago, Leksell radiosurgery has become a widely applied technique for the management of a diverse group of vascular, neoplastic, and functional disorders. This publication presents an update on state-of-the-art radiosurgery technology, including outcomes, by the pioneers in the field. Experts have contributed chapters on various topics. They provide a history of the development of Leksell Gamma Knife and its evolution from frame-based to the inclusion of mask-based radiosurgery in the latest Gamma Knife model. For beginners, there is valuable information related to imaging, quality assurance, patient care, anesthesia, and regulatory requirements. Advance users will appreciate the summary of the long-term outcome of important indications. Additional chapters on cavernous malformation, orbital, uveal, and ocular disorders clarify the role of radiosurgery. This book is a concise overview for physicians interested in radiosurgery. It will be of great value to neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists, and medical physicists concerned with learning about the indications of radiosurgery.

TOC

  • Cover 2
  • Front Matter 5
  • Contents 7
  • Preface 10
  • General Topics 19
    • The Origins and Development of Radiosurgery and the Leksell Gamma Knife 19
      • Abstract 19
      • The Early Years 19
      • X-Rays and Protons 21
      • The Gamma Knife 22
      • Spreading the Gospel against Disbelief 23
      • The Turning Point 24
      • Gamma Knife Statistics and Education 25
      • Personal Reflections 25
      • References 26
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