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A physician trained in the diagnostic and/or therapeutic use of x-rays and radionuclides, radiation physics, and biology. A diagnostic radiologist may also be trained in diagnostic ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging and applicable physics.
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1) The science of high energy radiation and of the sources and the chemical, physical, and biologic effects of such radiation; the term usually refers to the diagnosis and treatment of disease. 2) The scientific discipline of medical imaging using ionizing radiation,...
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Impenetrable by x-rays or any other form of radiation. Radiopaque dye (one that is highlighted on x-rays) is used in cerebral angiograms to detect the degree of narrowing or obstruction of an artery or blood vessel in the brain, head, or neck; in the diagnosis of...
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Resistant to radiation therapy. Requiring high radiation therapy doses with associated high risks.
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Responsive to radiation therapy. Sensitive to the effects of radiant energy.
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See stereotactic radiosurgery. See stereotactic radiosurgery.
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A specialist in radiotherapy. One who practices radiotherapy or is versed in radiotherapeutics.
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The medical specialty concerned with the use of electromagnetic or particulate radiation in the treatment of disease. The use of high-energy radiation from x-rays, gamma rays, neutrons, protons, and other sources to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. Radiation may...
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The return of symptoms or the tumor itself, as opposed to a remission. A tumor that has recurred (grown back), usually after a period of time following removal of the tumor.
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The return of function after illness or injury, often with the assistance of specialized medical professionals. A process to restore mental and/or physical abilities lost to injury or disease, in order to function in a normal or near-normal way. Rehabilitation can...
