= Prostate brachytherapy
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Prostate brachytherapy is a form of radiation therapy used to treat prostate cancer. It involves placing radioactive seeds directly into or near the prostate gland to deliver targeted radiation to cancerous tissues while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues. \#\#\# Key characteristics of prostate brachytherapy include: 1. **Minimally Invasive**: The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia and sedatives, and can often be done on an outpatient basis.
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