Radiotherapy Planning, Computer-Assisted
| Definition: |
Computer-assisted mathematical calculations of beam angles, intensities of radiation, and duration of irradiation in radiotherapy. |
| Notes: |
differentiate from RADIOTHERAPY, COMPUTER-ASSISTED in that in planning the emphasis is on theoretical principles of radiother rather than on the patient |
| Previously Indexed: |
Computer Programs (1983-1986),Computers (1966-1986),Radiotherapy Dosage (1966-1986) |
Radiotherapy Planning, Computer-Assisted Definitions and Terms
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