近距离放射疗法

近距离放射疗法 is a treatment for cancer where radioactive sources are placed in or directly next to the tumor. The radioactive sources may be left in place permanently or only temporarily, depending upon the location of the tumor. The advantage of brachytherapy is that the radiation dose is delivered directly to the tumor while very little radiation is absorbed by nearby healthy tissues.

The Department of 放射肿瘤学 at University Hospital offers the most experienced physicians and physicists in the field of brachytherapy in Central New York. This expertise combined with procedures not offered in nearby regions, provides the patient with the most treatment options. Common sites implanted using brachytherapy at University Hospital are prostate, 头部和颈部, 子宫颈, 子宫内膜, 肺, 大脑, 乳房, 腹部和眼睛.