Essentials of Clinical Radiation Oncology (2nd Edition)

Essentials of Clinical Radiation Oncology (Second Edition) is an updated, concise, and practice-focused reference that delivers a high-yield review of the most important studies and treatment paradigms in radiation oncology. Organized by disease site and body region, each chapter is designed for rapid information retrieval and long-term retention.

Chapters begin with a “Quick Hit” overview highlighting key clinical paradigms, followed by structured sections covering epidemiology, risk factors, anatomy, pathology, genetics, staging, prognostic factors, workup, and treatment strategies. Each chapter concludes with an evidence-based Q&A section that links common clinical questions to landmark studies and current guidelines.

This expanded Second Edition incorporates the latest advances, including radiation therapy combined with immunotherapy and metastasis-directed treatment for oligometastatic disease, making it a practical one-stop reference for everyday clinical decision-making.

Key Features

• Structured, high-yield chapters for targeted review and retention

• Evidence-based question-and-answer format citing essential clinical trials and guidelines

• Fully updated content reflecting the most recent and relevant studies

• New chapters on spine tumors, thyroid cancer, sinonasal tumors, cholangiocarcinoma, renal cell carcinoma, multiple myeloma/plasmacytoma, pediatric tumors, and oligometastatic disease

• Comprehensive tables summarizing treatment options, patient selection, workup, and prognostic factors

• Ideal for practicing radiation oncologists, residents, and oncology practitioners