Introduction to Physics in Modern Medicine
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Book Description
The medical applications of physics are typically not covered in introductory physics courses. This volume fills that gap by explaining the physical principles behind technologies such as surgical lasers or computed tomography (CT or CAT) scanners. Each chapter contains a short explanation of the scientific background, making this book highly accessible to those without an advanced knowledge of physics. It is intended for students in the field of medicine/health studies requiring an elementary background in physics. But Introduction to Physics in Modern Medicine can also serve as a non-mathematical introduction to applied physics for undergraduate physics students.
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Haverford College, PA. Textbook introduces the basic physical principles underlying technologies in medicine. Discusses the scientific basis of laparoscopic surgery, laser surgery, photodynamic therapy, ultrasound imaging, CT and PET scans, MRI, and radiation therapy. Each chapter includes worked examples. Softcover, hardcover available and listed in approval week 2003-35.
Introduction to Physics in Modern Medicine
Introduction to Physics in Modern Medicine,Suzanne Amador Kane,CRC,0415301718,Biotechnology,Life Sciences - Biophysics,Physics,Radiology,Science,Science/Mathematics,Medicine,Science / Physics
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