BT, the interstitial implantation of seeds, wires, or other materials that contain radioisotopes, has been used in the treatment of breast cancer since the 1920's. [15] BT delivers localized radiation ...

Brachytherapy has disseminated into clinical practice as an alternative to whole-breast irradiation (WBI) for early-stage breast cancer; however, current national treatment patterns and associated ...

Endometrial cancer is a disease that begins in the lining of the uterus. The primary treatment for endometrial cancer is surgery, including the removal of the uterus, cervix, and upper vagina.

A physician-led initiative at Mercy Health – Lorain targets shortening treatments for cancer patients. Brachytherapy delivers radiation in a higher dose over a shorter distance, said Dr. David Barron, ...

High-dose-rate (HDR) brachytherapy may be a suitable option for men with localized prostate cancer who previously have undergone transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), according to ...

When Chris Muraithi, turned 45, he started going for regular tests to check his prostate. One of the tests performed during his visits to a medical facility is one that measures the level of ...

The brachytherapy process requires consistent reference dosimetry that is traceable to metrological primary standards and common procedures to be followed for reference dosimetry globally. The Code of ...

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