Tantalum-182 Therapy of Vulva Carcinomas. Physical Data, Dosimetry Applications and Techniques, and Results (in German)
Experiences with Ta-182 therapy of vulva carcinoma are described. A description is given of the spectrum, the half-value-layer of Ta 182 in water and lead, the dose distribution in tissue, dosimetry, technique of application, and protection of the attending personnel. The results are discussed which were obtained so far on 31 patients since 1955. Radio-tantalum is particularly indicated on old patients or those with heart and circulation troubles, on whom an operation cannot be risked. The strain on the patient is small; the operation is quick, simple and without danger; rest in bed is not always required; no mutilation occurs; the costs are low; and the radiation burden for therapist and nursing personnel is small.
- Research Organization:
- Stadtische Krankeanstalten, Nuremberg
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- NSA Number:
- NSA-17-021510
- OSTI ID:
- 4715003
- Journal Information:
- RoeFo - Fortschritte auf dem Gebiete der Roentgenstrahlen und der bildgebenden Verfahren, Vol. 98, Issue 04; Other Information: Orig. Receipt Date: 31-DEC-63; ISSN 1438-9029
- Country of Publication:
- Country unknown/Code not available
- Language:
- German
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