A Century of X-Rays and Radioactivity in Medicine: With Emphasis on Photographic Records of the Early Years / Edition 1
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ISBN-13: 9780750302241 Publisher: Taylor & Francis Publication date: 01/01/1993 Pages: 234 Product dimensions: 8.25(w) x 11.00(h) x (d) A Century of X-Rays and Radioactivity in Medicine: With Emphasis on Photographic Records of the Early Years celebrates three great discoveries-x-rays (1895), radioactivity (1896), and radium (1898)-and recalls the pioneering achievements that founded the new science of radiology and changed the face of medicine forever. Over 700 historical illustrations with full and informative captions are supported by short introductory essays to illuminate the fascinating radiological past in an easy-to-read style.The focus of this book is on the historically more interesting early years of discovery, invention, diagnosis, therapy, dosimetry, risk, and protection. Interspersed with a variety of radiological anecdotes, the photographic record is complemented by archival accounts of the pioneer scientists and physicians and their early patients. In the chapters

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