Brachytherapy is a major treatment modality in the treatment of common cancers including cervical cancer. This publication addresses the recent technological change in brachytherapy treatment planning with better access to 3-D volumetric patient imaging modalities including computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance (MR) as opposed to traditional 2-D planar images. In the context of 2-D and 3-D brachytherapy, the publication provides definitions, clinical indications, transitioning milestones, commissioning steps, quality assurance measures, and a related questionnaire. Staff training and resourcing are also addressed. The publication will serve as a guide to radiotherapy departments that wish to make the transition from 2-D to 3-D brachytherapy.
| ISBN: | 9789204224214 |
| Publication date: | 28th February 2023 |
| Author: | International Atomic Energy Agency |
| Publisher: | IAEA |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 33 pages |
| Series: | IAEA Human Health Reports |
| Genres: |
Nuclear medicine Nuclear physics |