Preliminary observations on the results of combined temporary /sup 129/iridium implantation and external beam irradiation for carcinoma of the prostate

Journal Article · Mon Mar 31 23:00:00 EST 1986 · J. Urol.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5587699

Bosch, P C; Forbes, K A; Prassvinichai, S; Miller, J B; Golji, H; Martin, D C

We treated 43 patients with adenocarcinoma of the prostate confined to the pelvis with a combination of staging pelvic lymphadenectomy, temporary implantation of the prostate with /sup 129/iridium and external beam irradiation. The procedure was relatively safe with low early morbidity. However, there were significant late complications. Of these patients 29 had needle biopsy of the prostate 1 year after completion of therapy and 15 demonstrated residual tumor. Clinical stage C and poorly differentiated tumors were not well controlled.

• Research Organization: Long Beach Veterans Administration Medical Center, CA
• OSTI ID: 5587699
• Journal Information: J. Urol.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Urol.; (United States) Vol. 4; ISSN JOURA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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