Radiation Oncology Target Definition : Anatomic, Radiographic and Clinical Correlates

The goal of target planning is to treat the proper body region in the correct manor.

The goal of this book, then, is to translate the general principles of target planning for each disease site to each individual patient and all that is unique to them - their anatomy, disease extent, psychosocial state and comorbid conditions.

The book will convey information about radiation oncology treatment planning for various disease sites, with specific emphasis on target development, regional anatomy, lymph node anatomy, and evidence to support the information presented.

The technical basis for clinical radiation delivery depends on many factors: among the most important are the clinical targets.

Radiation therapy techniques have changed significantly over the past three decades with advances in body imaging, improvements in tumor localization and surgical techniques, and a better understanding in the patterns of spread of various malignancies.

The book will provide the clinician and student with an up to date summary of the major determinants and observations that help to identify and map targeted areas for radiation oncology treatment planning.