Radiodiagnosis and Radiotherapy: Harnessing Radiation for Diagnosis and Treatment
Introduction Radiodiagnosis and radiotherapy are two critical applications of radiation in medicine. While radiodiagnosis uses radiation to image the body’s internal structures for diagnostic purposes, radiotherapy employs radiation to treat various diseases, most notably cancer. This chapter delves into the history, principles, techniques, and advancements in these life-saving fields. The Discovery of X-rays and Radioactivity…