Books in the Series in Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering series

Explores the physical principles that underpin the technique of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). This book presents fundamental physical principles, including magnetization and rotating reference frame. It describes how relaxation mechanisms help predict tissue contrast and how an MR signal is localized to a selected slice through the body.

Analyzes trends in noninvasive optical glucose sensing and discusses its impact on tissue optical properties. This book presents methods that improve the accuracy in glucose prediction based on infrared absorption spectroscopy. It examines skin glucose monitoring by near-infrared spectroscopy, and fluorescence-based glucose biosensors.

Covers the physical and biological background of the subject and addresses the medical situations where radiation is the tool to diagnose or treat human disease. This text examines the framework of radiation protection guidelines introduced by the ICRP, and introduces the concepts of a system of radiation protection in the workplace.

Addresses the main issues that often prevent correct delivery of brachytherapy treatment. This book explains how to set up a functional quality assurance program in brachytherapy and covers the various steps needed to undertake particular treatment plans, from the initial planning required to the detailed specification.

Offers an analysis of molecular responses in the body induced by ionizing radiation. This book presents a perspective on clinical applications for the treatment of cancer and radiation injuries. It also clarifies the underlying mechanisms of radiation effects on signal transduction pathways.