brachytherapy

noun

brachy·ther·a·py | \ˌbra-ki-ˈther-ə-pē,

-ˈthe-rə-\

Definition of brachytherapy

: radiotherapy in which the source of radiation is placed (as by implantation) in or close to the area being treated

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Another form of brachytherapy involves inserting small metal rods that remain in the prostate for a couple of days while radiation is delivered into the prostate on an inpatient basis. — Dr. Jared Heiner, idahostatesman, "New treatment offers relief to prostate cancer patients | Idaho Statesman," 19 Feb. 2018

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brachytherapy

noun

brachy·ther·a·py | \-ˈther-ə-pē

\

plural brachytherapies

Medical Definition of brachytherapy

: radiotherapy in which the source of radiation is placed (as by implantation) in or close to the area being treated

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