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Radiation Exposure and Contamination
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Radiation Exposure and Contamination
Types of radiation
Measurement of radiation
Types of exposure
Sources of exposure
Pathophysiology
Factors affecting response
Carcinogenic, teratogenic, and heritable effects
Pathophysiology reference
Symptoms and Signs
Acute radiation syndromes (ARS)
Focal radiation injury
Diagnosis
Radioactive contamination
Diagnosis references
Prognosis
Treatment
Preparation
External decontamination
Internal decontamination
Specific management
Prevention
Public response
Preventive medications
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