{"id":2094,"date":"2019-06-19T11:56:54","date_gmt":"2019-06-19T08:56:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neolife.com.tr\/brachytherapy\/"},"modified":"2025-09-17T10:58:21","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T07:58:21","slug":"brachytherapy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.neolife.com.tr\/en\/brachytherapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Brachytherapy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Brachytherapy<\/h2>

What is brachytherapy?<\/strong><\/p>

Brachitherapy is a type of radiation therapy that uses radioactive sources placed inside or near a tumor to deliver radiation directly to the treatment area. Brachytherapy sources may be placed temporarily or permanently. If placed temporarily, the sources are removed after treatment, so there is no risk of radiation exposure to others.<\/p>

How is brachytherapy performed?<\/b><\/p>

Brachitherapy is performed by a team of experienced radiation oncologists, medical physicists, and radiation therapy nurses. The radiation oncologist evaluates the patient and determines the appropriate treatment plan. The medical physicist then performs detailed treatment calculations. The radiation therapy nurse provides the patient with information about the treatment and potential side effects, and assists with the procedure.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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There are two main types of brachytherapy:<\/b><\/h2>
  • Intracavitary brachytherapy:\u00a0This type of brachytherapy uses radioactive sources placed in body cavities near a tumor.\u00a0It is most commonly used for gynecologic cancers (such as cervical,\u00a0uterine,\u00a0and vaginal cancer) and lung cancer.<\/li>
  • Interstitial brachytherapy:\u00a0This type of brachytherapy uses radioactive sources placed directly into the tumor or surrounding tissue.\u00a0It is most commonly used for prostate,\u00a0soft tissue,\u00a0and breast cancer.<\/li><\/ul>

    There are two main ways to deliver the radiation dose in brachytherapy:<\/b><\/p>

    • High-dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy:\u00a0This type of brachytherapy delivers the radiation dose quickly and over a short period of time.\u00a0It is the most common type of brachytherapy.\u00a0The radiation is delivered through catheters placed in the tumor or tumor bed.\u00a0Treatments are usually given once or twice a week.<\/li>
    • Low-dose rate (LDR) brachytherapy:\u00a0This type of brachytherapy delivers the radiation dose slowly and over a longer period of time.\u00a0The patient may need to stay in the hospital during treatment.\u00a0Treatments can last for several days or weeks.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      What are the side effects of brachytherapy?<\/strong><\/p>

      The side effects of brachytherapy vary depending on the type of cancer being treated and the specific brachytherapy procedure used. Common side effects include:<\/p>

      • Fatigue<\/li>
      • Skin irritation<\/li>
      • Nausea and vomiting<\/li>
      • Diarrhea<\/li>
      • Urinary frequency<\/li>
      • Bladder irritation<\/li>
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        Are there any special precautions I need to take after brachytherapy?<\/strong><\/p>

        The precautions you need to take after brachytherapy depend on the type of brachytherapy you received.<\/p>

        • After HDR brachytherapy, you will be able to go home the same day.\u00a0You will need to avoid close contact with children and pregnant women for 24 hours.\u00a0You may also need to avoid swimming or taking a bath for 24 hours.<\/li>
        • After LDR brachytherapy, you may need to stay in the hospital for several days or weeks.\u00a0You will need to avoid close contact with children and pregnant women for the duration of your stay.\u00a0You may also need to wear a lead apron or gown to protect others from radiation exposure.<\/li><\/ul>

          If you are considering brachytherapy, or if you have any questions or concerns about this type of treatment, contact us to get a second opinion<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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