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Brachytherapy under Dr. Vineet Nakra
Brachytherapy
Brachytherapy is a type of radiation therapy that uses a sealed radiation source that is placed inside or next to the area requiring treatment. Brachy is Greek for short. Brachytherapy can deliver a high dose of radiation in a small area and reduce the exposure of healthy tissues farther away from the source. Brachytherapy can be used to treat various types of cancer and other conditions, such as cervical, prostate, breast, esophageal and skin cancer, as well as brain tumors, vascular malformations, and eye diseases.
Brachytherapy can be used for different purposes, such as:
- To cure or control cancer or prevent it from coming back
- To shrink a tumor before surgery or other treatments
- To destroy any remaining cancer cells after surgery or other treatments
- To relieve symptoms or improve quality of life
Brachytherapy can be used alone or in combination with other treatments, such as surgery, external beam radiation therapy (EBRT), chemotherapy, or immunotherapy. Brachytherapy can be classified into two main types: low-dose rate (LDR) and high-dose rate (HDR). LDR brachytherapy involves placing the radiation source inside the body for a longer period of time, usually several days or weeks. HDR brachytherapy involves placing the radiation source inside the body for a shorter period of time, usually a few minutes or hours. The radiation source is then removed after each session.
Brachytherapy has several advantages over conventional radiation therapy or surgery, such as:
- It is minimally invasive and does not require large incisions or anesthesia
- It is highly precise and accurate and can target tumors or abnormalities with minimal impact on surrounding healthy tissues and organs
- It can deliver high doses of radiation in fewer sessions than EBRT, which can reduce treatment time and cost
- It can treat tumors or abnormalities that are inoperable or difficult to access by surgery
- It can reduce the risk of complications or side effects, such as bleeding, infection, swelling, or nerve damage
Brachytherapy is a state-of-the-art radiation therapy technique that offers a minimally invasive and effective option for treating tumors and other problems in the body. It uses a sealed radiation source that is placed inside or next to the area requiring treatment. It can deliver high doses of radiation in a small area and spare more healthy tissues and organs from radiation exposure. Brachytherapy can be used for various purposes and conditions, depending on the patient's condition and treatment goals.
Brachytherapy in Delhi-NCR
We offer expert and highly skilled professional who has a rich experience in all brachytherapy procedures. To book an appointment with Dr. Vineet Nakra at Max Hospital, Vaishali, click the link below.