Published 1980 | Version v1
Journal article

The action of fast neutrons and their place in radiotherapy of malignant neoplasms

Creators

  • 1. Instytut Onkologii, Warsaw (Poland)

Description

The author reviews the modern views on the use of fast neutron beam in the clinical radiotherapy of patients with malignant neoplasms. On the basis of literature data the presently accumulated experiences are discussed in the aspect of radiobiological, physical, technical and clinical problems, and the conclusions are outlined pertaining to the future development of neutron radiotherapy which is available now in only few oncological centres in the world. Certain Polish problems related to this new method are mentioned. (author)

Additional details

Additional titles

Original title (Polish)
Wlasciwosci i miejsce neutronow predkich w radioterapii nowotworow zlosliwych

Publishing Information

Journal Title
Pol. Przegl. Radiol. Med. Nukl.
Journal Volume
44
Journal Issue
4
Series
Pol. Przegl. Radiol. Med. Nukl.
Journal Page Range
311-314
ISSN
0032-3748

Optional Information

Notes
36 refs. For English translation see the journal Polish Review of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine (USA).