Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5697070 | Brachytherapy | 2017 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Permanent LDR template-guided PIB using 131Cs can be safely performed on an outpatient basis. Compared to currently used template-guided techniques, the use of 131Cs avoids prolonged bed rest and hospitalization, significantly lowers cost, and enables a higher cumulative dose. Seed migration is minimal with this technique. Early experience suggests that the technique is safe and merits further study.
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Authors
Jonathan Feddock, Prakash Aryal, Cole Steber, Jason Edwards, Dennis Cheek, Marcus Randall,