Radium, Vol. 5 (Classic Reprint): August, 1915: August, 1915 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Viol, Charles H.

 
9781334523830: Radium, Vol. 5 (Classic Reprint): August, 1915: August, 1915 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book, a journey through the history of radium and its uses, documents how this element has changed therapeutic practices in oncology. The author begins by covering the accidental discovery of radium's properties and then dives into its subsequent role as an essential component in cancer treatment. The author argues that radium provided selective cancer cell destruction and offered promising results in cases deemed hopeless at the time. Despite the complications that arose, such as radium burns, the author maintains that radium's introduction marked a significant turning point in cancer treatment. Ultimately, this book underscores the significance of radium's discovery in the fight against cancer and provides a valuable historical perspective on the evolution of cancer therapies.

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