New technologies in radiation therapy: ensuring patient safety, radiation safety and regulatory issues in radiation oncology.

Howard I. Amols

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New technologies in radiation therapy: ensuring patient safety, radiation safety and regulatory issues in radiation oncology.

November 12, 2008

Amols HI. Health Phys. 2008;95(5):658-665.

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This study discusses emerging patient safety issues in radiation oncology. According to the authors, the advent of more sophisticated technologies and more complex treatment plans has created an environment with greater potential for error.

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