Didactics-Introduction to Interstitial Brachytherapy. Role in Vulvo-Vaginal Malignancy

Introduction to Interstitial Brachytherapy. Role in Vulvo-Vaginal Malignancy

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The video discusses the role of interstitial brachytherapy in the treatment of vulvar-vaginal malignancy. Brachytherapy is a catheter-based delivery system that involves placing a radiation source near or inside the tumor. This allows for a highly localized radiation dose to the tumor while minimizing damage to surrounding tissue. The video explains the different types of brachytherapy, such as intracavitary and interstitial, and the different instruments and templates used for the procedure. It also highlights the importance of image-guided brachytherapy, which uses modern imaging technology to accurately place the radiation source and avoid normal structures. The video specifically focuses on interstitial brachytherapy for cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers, discussing the indications, techniques, and dosimetry involved. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of proper patient selection and a multidisciplinary approach to achieve successful outcomes with interstitial brachytherapy.

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Subhas Pandit
January 2024

Keywords

interstitial brachytherapy

vulvar-vaginal malignancy

catheter-based delivery system

image-guided brachytherapy

multidisciplinary approach