World history of the development of radiation oncology

World history of the development of radiation oncology

Paruyr M. Antonyan1, Lusine M. Muradyan2
1 “IRA Medical Group” Medical Center, Yerevan, Armenia 2 Fanarjyan National Center of Oncology, Yerevan, Armenia
ABSTRACT

The paper highlights the main stages in the development of radiation therapy in the world. Information on the most important achievements is provided which are fundamental for this scientific direction. The activities of the leading scientific organizations of different countries in the field of radiation therapy are discussed. The names of the scientists, doctors, and other specialists, who have made a significant contribution to the development of radiation oncology are highlighted. This article can be interesting and useful for biomedical scientists, radiation oncologists, medical university students, research fellow, residents, and other specialists.

Keywords: radiation therapy, radiotherapy, roentgenotherapy, treatment of malignant neoplasms, radioactivity, history