Brachytherapy is a form of radiation therapy used to treat various types of cancer. It involves placing a radioactive source directly inside or very close to the tumor, allowing for a higher dose of radiation to be delivered to the cancerous cells while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues. There are two main types of brachytherapy: 1. **Low-Dose Rate (LDR) Brachytherapy**: In this method, radioactive seeds are implanted in or near the tumor.
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