| Author | : ALAN MARTIN and SAMUEL A. HARBISON |
| Publisher | : Springer |
| Total Pages | : 253 |
| Release | : 2013-12-01 |
| Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
| ISBN | : 1489969403 |
An Introduction to Radiation Protection in Medicine
| Author | : Jamie V. Trapp |
| Publisher | : CRC Press |
| Total Pages | : 294 |
| Release | : 2008-03-13 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 1584889659 |
Combining facets of health physics with medicine, An Introduction to Radiation Protection in Medicine covers the background of the subject and the medical situations where radiation is the tool to diagnose or treat human disease. Encouraging newcomers to the field to properly and efficiently function in a versatile and evolving work setting,
Introduction to Radiation Protection
| Author | : Claus Grupen |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 429 |
| Release | : 2010-04-20 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 3642025862 |
This account of sources of ionizing radiation and methods of radiation protection describes units of radiation protection, measurement techniques, biological effects, environmental radiation and many applications. Each chapter contains problems with solutions.
Radiation Protection and Dosimetry
| Author | : Michael G. Stabin |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 390 |
| Release | : 2007-09-12 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 0387499830 |
This book provides a comprehensive yet accessible overview of all relevant topics in the field of radiation protection (health physics). The text is organized to introduce the reader to basic principles of radiation emission and propagation, to review current knowledge and historical aspects of the biological effects of radiation, and to cover important operational topics such as radiation shielding and dosimetry. The author’s website contains materials for instructors including PowerPoint slides for lectures and worked-out solutions to end-of-chapter exercises. The book serves as an essential handbook for practicing health physics professionals.
Handbook of Particle Detection and Imaging
| Author | : Claus Grupen |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 1251 |
| Release | : 2012-01-08 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 3642132715 |
The handbook centers on detection techniques in the field of particle physics, medical imaging and related subjects. It is structured into three parts. The first one is dealing with basic ideas of particle detectors, followed by applications of these devices in high energy physics and other fields. In the last part the large field of medical imaging using similar detection techniques is described. The different chapters of the book are written by world experts in their field. Clear instructions on the detection techniques and principles in terms of relevant operation parameters for scientists and graduate students are given.Detailed tables and diagrams will make this a very useful handbook for the application of these techniques in many different fields like physics, medicine, biology and other areas of natural science.
Introduction to Radiological Physics and Radiation Dosimetry
| Author | : Frank Herbert Attix |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 628 |
| Release | : 2008-09-26 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 3527617140 |
A straightforward presentation of the broad concepts underlying radiological physics and radiation dosimetry for the graduate-level student. Covers photon and neutron attenuation, radiation and charged particle equilibrium, interactions of photons and charged particles with matter, radiotherapy dosimetry, as well as photographic, calorimetric, chemical, and thermoluminescence dosimetry. Includes many new derivations, such as Kramers X-ray spectrum, as well as topics that have not been thoroughly analyzed in other texts, such as broad-beam attenuation and geometrics, and the reciprocity theorem. Subjects are layed out in a logical sequence, making the topics easier for students to follow. Supplemented with numerous diagrams and tables.
Radiation Protection in Medical Physics
| Author | : Yves Lemoigne |
| Publisher | : Springer |
| Total Pages | : 199 |
| Release | : 2011-04-14 |
| Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
| ISBN | : 9400702477 |
This book introduces the fundamental aspects of Radiation Protection in Medical Physics and covers three main themes: General Radiation Protection Principles; Radiobiology Principles; Radiation Protection in Hospital Medical Physics. Each of these topics is developed by analysing the underlying physics principles and their implementation, quality and safety aspects, clinical performance and recent advances in the field. Some issues specific to the individual techniques are also treated, e.g. calculation of patient dose as well as that of workers in hospital, optimisation of equipment used, shielding design of radiation facilities, radiation in oncology such as use of brachytherapy in gynecology or interventional procedures. All topics are presented with didactical language and style, making this book an appropriate reference for students and professionals seeking a comprehensive introduction to the field as well as a reliable overview of the most recent developments.
Radiation Protection
| Author | : William H. Hallenbeck |
| Publisher | : CRC Press |
| Total Pages | : 282 |
| Release | : 2020-12-17 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 100011516X |
This text/reference provides an excellent introduction to fundamental topics in radiation protection, including energetics, kinetics, interaction, external radiation protection, dosimetry, standards, and measurement. Chapters on radioactive waste and radon, topics not normally covered in introductory texts, have been incorporated as well. An extensive glossary of terms, abbreviations, acronyms, physical constants, units, and unit conversions provides a ready source of frequently needed information. Several appendices contain specifications and vendors for commercially available portable radiation survey instruments, personal dosimeters, and radon/radon progeny monitors.
Radiation Protection in Nuclear Medicine
| Author | : Sören Mattsson |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 163 |
| Release | : 2012-09-14 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 3642311679 |
This book explains clearly and in detail all aspects of radiation protection in nuclear medicine, including measurement quantities and units, detectors and dosimeters, and radiation biology. Discussion of radiation doses to patients and to embryos, fetuses, and children forms a central part of the book. Phantom models, biokinetic models, calculations, and software solutions are all considered, and a further chapter is devoted to quality assurance and reference levels. Occupational exposure also receives detailed attention. Exposure resulting from the production, labeling, and injection of radiopharmaceuticals and from contact with patients is discussed and shielding calculations are explained. The book closes by considering exposure of the public and summarizing the "rules of thumb" for radiation protection in nuclear medicine. This is an ideal textbook for students and a ready source of useful information for nuclear medicine specialists and medical physics experts.
