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Title: Introduction of Transperineal Image-Guided Prostate Brachytherapy

Journal Article · · International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology and Physics

The modern prostate brachytherapy procedure is characterized by ultrasound guidance, template assistance, and a return to a “closed” transperineal approach. This review traces the introduction and evolution of these elements and charts the development of the procedure from the ashes of previous, failed efforts.

OSTI ID:
22420378
Journal Information:
International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology and Physics, Vol. 89, Issue 4; Other Information: Copyright (c) 2014 Elsevier Science B.V., Amsterdam, The Netherlands, All rights reserved.; Country of input: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA); ISSN 0360-3016
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English