Radiotherapy techniques of the mediastinum
Felci, U.
La Radiologia Medica 63(5): 407-416
1977
ISSN/ISBN: 0033-8362 PMID: 594423 Document Number: 124092
The principal techniques of mediastinal irradiation are discussed with reference to the need for rational space distribution of the dose, one reason being to respect healthy tissues (particularly the bone marrow); numerous examples are presented.
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