Contemporary stereotactic radiosurgery
Subtitle: technique and evaluation
By: edited by Bruce E. Pollock.
Contributors: Pollock, Bruce E.
Publisher: Futura Pub. Co.
Published: 2002
Place of publication: Armonk, N.Y
Language: eng
Number of pages: 354
Subjects: Radiosurgery.; Stereoencephalotomy.; Radiosurgery -- methods.
Description: The exponential growth and acceptance rate of stereotactic radiosurgery (as measured by recognized indications and number of treating centers) has been coupled with concern about its possible over-utilization and long-term risks. To provide the most balanced account possible of this controversy, each chapter in this book is followed by a critical commentary from an expert on each indication; often one who does not perform radiosurgery. As a result, the reader benefits from an intelligent discussion of the clinical indications by both advocates and critics of radiosurgery.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.