Radioisotopes and dosimetry in vascular brachytherapy

This chapter summarizes the current status of available isotopes for vascular brachytherapy. The physics and dosimetric aspects of current and new sources would have a great deal of influence in the outcome of clinical trials and eventual success of brachytherapy in treating vascular disease.

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Published inFrontiers of radiation therapy and oncology Vol. 35; p. 192
Main Author Jani, S K
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Switzerland 2001
Subjects
Brachytherapy - methods
Humans
Radioisotopes - therapeutic use
Radiotherapy Dosage
Vascular Diseases - radiotherapy
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Summary:This chapter summarizes the current status of available isotopes for vascular brachytherapy. The physics and dosimetric aspects of current and new sources would have a great deal of influence in the outcome of clinical trials and eventual success of brachytherapy in treating vascular disease.
ISSN:0071-9676
DOI:10.1159/000061276