intracavitary implant
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Related to intracavitary implant: intracavitary radiation therapy, interstitial radiotherapy
intracavitary implant
An implant consisting of an applicator containing a radioactive source directly into a hollow organ to deliver a high radiation dose to the organ while sparing the surrounding tissues.
See also: implant
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