The Use of Radioactive Sources Placed into a Tumor-Bearing Area

question 1168

Multiple Choice

The use of radioactive sources placed into a tumor-bearing area to generate high intensity radiation is termed

• A) stereotactic radiation treatment.
• B) proton beam treatment.
• C) brachytherapy.
• D) external beam radiation.

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