Essentials of Radiotherapy in Uro-Genital Malignancies - Tapa dura

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Dr. Renu Madan is an alumna of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, and currently serves as Additional Professor in the Department of Radiotherapy and Oncology at Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh. Her clinical interests focus on paediatric oncology, neuro-oncology, and uro-genital oncology. With over 100 publications in peer-reviewed journals, Dr. Madan has also contributed chapters to several textbooks including "Evidence Based Practice in Neuro-oncology and Practical Radiation Oncology". She has published a textbook entitled "Evidence Based Practice in Pediatric Radiation Oncology". She has participated in several national and international conferences and is a recipient of various awards and grants.

Dr. Shikha Goyal is a postgraduate from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India. Currently she is working as an Associate Professor in the Department of Radiotherapy and Oncology at Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India. She received a gold medal in diplomat in national board (DNB), Radiotherapy. She has published many papers in national and international peer reviewed indexed journals. She has also written chapters for the books "Evidence based practice in Neuro-oncology and Practical Radiation Oncology". She has actively participated in various national and international conferences and is a recipient of several awards/grants.

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This book covers the practical aspects of radiotherapy (RT) in genitourinary (uro-genital) cancers, empowering radiation oncologists and students with the confidence to treat these less common malignancies. It explores radiotherapy doses, indications, and target volumes in depth and in evidence-based manner. It also explains the role of brachytherapy in these malignancies.

With a strong focus on patient outcomes, the book addresses the side effects of radiotherapy (including their management), which are crucial for long-term survivors and emphasizes the importance of individualized care. It also offers brief insights into other treatment modalities including hormonal therapy, surgery, and chemotherapy.

Tracing the evolution of radiotherapy, the book highlights how modern radiotherapy techniques now enable higher precision in delivering high radiation dose and reduced toxicity, overcoming historical limitations without compromising efficacy.

Designed for both students and practicing oncologists, this resource simplifies complex concepts and helps practice radiation in urogenital cancers in an easier and evidence-based manner.