Brachytherapy
Also called Internal Radiation, Brachytherapy is one of our sophisticated types of radiation therapies used to treat cancer. The technique allows doctors to deliver higher doses of radiation to more specific areas of the body, compared with the conventional form of radiation therapy (external beam radiation) that projects radiation from a machine outside of your body.
The term Brachytherapy refers to various procedures that place radioactive material inside your body. It is not as common as external radiation, where a machine sends radiation beams into the body. For certain types of cancer, brachytherapy is as effective as – or more effective than – external treatments. It may be completed in less time. In some cases, brachytherapy is combined with external radiation therapy.
If you’d like to learn more about our Brachytherapy treatments or any of the other services available at our state-of-the-art Cancer Center, please contact us.
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By pursuing the best medical team, investing aggressively in cutting-edge technology and closely following the newest cancer research, we have set a high standard of excellence in cancer detection and treatment statewide. Our sophisticated equipment, paired with the unwavering commitment of our staff, make San Cristóbal Cancer Institute a unique and safe haven for patients and their families.