For Brachytherapy we have terms and definitions in 7 topics. The topics are Cancer, Health, Horse Health, Lymphoma, Prostate Cancer, Radiology and Urology.

Brachytherapy (Cancer)

(BRAKE-ih-THER-a-pee) A procedure in which radioactive material sealed in needles, seeds, wires, or catheters is placed directly into or near a tumor. Also called internal radiation, implant radiation, or interstitial radiation therapy.

Brachytherapy (Health)

A type of radiation treatment in which the radioactive substance is placed inside the patient as close as possible to the area being treated.

Brachytherapy (Horse Health)

Radiation therapy technique wherein a radioactive device is inserted into a tumor and left in place for a period of time, during which the radiation slowly kills the tumor cells.

Brachytherapy (Lymphoma)

Internal radiation therapy using an implant of radioactive material placed directly into or near the tumor.

Brachytherapy (Prostate Cancer)

A procedure in which radioactive material sealed in needles, seeds, wires, or catheters is placed directly into or near a tumor. Also called internal radiation, implant radiation, or interstitial radiation therapy.

Brachytherapy (Radiology)

A type of radiation treatment in which the radioactive substance is placed inside the patient as close as possible to the area being treated.

Brachytherapy (Urology)

Involves the placement of tiny radioactive pellets into the Prostate gland. By utilizing ultrasound to place the seed pellets, damage to surrounding tissues is minimized. Approximately 13,500-16,000 rads of radiation energy is delivered directly to the Prostate. This procedure is performed on an outpatient basis. It is a one time procedure with very effective results. The 10-year follow-up outcome data parallels that of Radical Prostatectomy.

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