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Proton (and other heavy charged particle) radiography in medical diagnosis

Conference · · IEEE Trans. Nucl. Sci., v. NS-23, no. 1, pp. 577-583
OSTI ID:4044150
Radiations other than those of the electromagnetic spectrum or of sound may be used for diagnosis. These consist of beams of sub-atomic particles, particularly of protons and heavy ions. With these beams radiographs of unusually high contrast are obtained for the visualization and differentiation of the bodily tissues at very low doses. The method is practical for use in hospitals and has potential for screening purposes.
Research Organization:
Univ. of Chicago, IL
NSA Number:
NSA-33-029461
OSTI ID:
4044150
Conference Information:
Journal Name: IEEE Trans. Nucl. Sci., v. NS-23, no. 1, pp. 577-583
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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