Radio-oncology

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  Glossary for the Radio-Oncology Field This glossary is for people who are interested in the radio-oncology field or work in this career. If you need help to talk to patients and need more terms in order to explain the treatment to them, you can use this glossary to help you do so. I found these words using my textbook, as well as the definitions. You can do your own research on other words to have a more fluid conversation with your patients or colleagues. Brachytherapy Noun The treatment of cancer, especially prostate cancer, by the insertion of radioactive implants directly into the tissue. Example: Your treatment will also include brachytherapy, which is a safer option in your case. fr: Curiethérapie Your browser does not support the audio element. Cancer Noun Any type of malignant growth or tumor, caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division. Example: Her current blo...