Brachytherapy Basics

Brachytherapy is a fast, safe, and effective way to treat certain cancers with internal radiation.

Patient benefits

Good outcomes
Lower cost
Reduced risk of side effects

How it works

Brachytherapy is a minimally invasive treatment. Tiny radioactive sources, called seeds, are placed directly in and around the tumor site. With the aid of computer software, your doctor develops a treatment plan that outlines the activity and placement of the seeds to deliver a prescribed radiation dose to the defined treatment area.

Applications

Brachytherapy is an accepted treatment for early stage breast cancer and prostate cancer.

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Breast brachytherapy
Prostate brachytherapy