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Cervical Cancer
Two brachytherapy devices for uterine cervical cancer compared
May 26th, 2005
Scientists conducted a randomized comparison between two brachytherapy devices for the treatment of uterine cervical cancer. "Two brachytherapy applicators commonly used in the treatment of uterine cervical carcinoma, the Henschke shielded and Fletcher-Suit-Declos, were randomly and prospectively compared in vivo in 20 patients," investigators in Ireland reported. "Based on two-dimensional planning and the ICRU-38 bladder and rectal reference points, an advantage for the shielded Henschke applicator was demonstrated," explained P. Thirion and colleagues, St. Luke's Hospital. The researchers concluded, "Based on two-dimensional...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-05-26)
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