A Model to Realize the Potential of Auger Electrons for Radiotherapy

Lee, Boon; Kibedi, Tibor; Stuchbery, Andrew; Robertson, Kalman; Kondev, Filip G

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A Model to Realize the Potential of Auger Electrons for Radiotherapy

Date

2013

Authors

Lee, Boon

Kibedi, Tibor

Stuchbery, Andrew

Robertson, Kalman

Kondev, Filip G

Publisher

EPJ Web of Conferences

Abstract

Auger-electron-emitting radioisotopes provide a unique tool that enables the targeted irradiation of a small volume in their immediate vicinity. Over the last forty years, Auger emission has been established as a promising form of molecular radiotherapy,