Informatics in Radiation Oncology

A complete overview of the subject, this book discusses the role of information in the process of radiation oncology, acquisition, communication, and display of data; infrastructure requirements; and the use of data in clinical evaluation and research. It describes essential informatics tools, including various imaging techniques and image management systems, treatment planning systems, radiation oncology management systems, and the electronic medical record. Expert contributors explain how to obtain imaging and other diagnostic information as well as treatment prescriptions, treatment setup and delivery data, and outcome reviews.