Which Cancers Can Be Treated with Image Guided Brachytherapy?
IGBT is effective in treating various types of cancers, including but not limited to:
- Prostate Cancer: It allows precise targeting of the prostate, minimizing exposure to the bladder and rectum. - Cervical Cancer: It can effectively target the cervix and surrounding tissues while protecting the bowel and bladder. - Breast Cancer: It can be used to deliver radiation directly to the tumor bed, reducing the risk of recurrence. - Head and Neck Cancers: It helps in delivering high doses of radiation to complex anatomical regions.
