1. [Endobronchic palliative brachytherapy]
- Author
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Jean-Georges, Frey and Sabine, Bieri
- Subjects
Hemoptysis ,Carcinoma, Bronchogenic ,Dyspnea ,Lung Neoplasms ,Cough ,Brachytherapy ,Palliative Care ,Humans ,Iridium Radioisotopes - Abstract
Brachytherapy, the placement of an encapsuled radioactive source (Iridium) in or near a tumor, is a palliative therapeutic modality available for patients suffering of a bronchogenic cancer, especially if they present invalidating symptoms such an incoercible cough, haemoptysis, dyspnea. The treatment modality is indicated if chemotherapy or external irradiation are not possible. It is typically a team work.
- Published
- 2011