Brachytherapy is a form of internal radiation. During high-dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy, radioactive materials are placed into or near the affected tissue to target cancer cells. Brachytherapy can be used in treating a number of cancers, including cervical, endometrial, vaginal and skin cancers.
Radiation treatments are tailored using 3D and 4D imaging technology. Treatment planning involves custom delivery techniques, proper dosing and patient positioning for the safest, most effective treatment. Highly precise beams work to treat tumors, destroy cancer cells, preserve healthy cells and prevent spreading.
Also known as nuclear medicine therapy, radioligand therapy is an injection that links a radioactive chemical to a tumor cell-targeting molecule. This molecule then binds to a specific target on some cancer cells, helping to destroy the cancer cell while limiting impact to normal cells.
In addition to your radiation oncology team at this clinic, Avera has a larger, integrated team committed to you. We offer:
- Surgical care including advanced, minimally invasive and robotic techniques
- Chemotherapy and biotherapy
- Genomic medicine (also known as precision oncology)
- Connection to clinical trials that may provide treatment options in addition to standard of care
Nurses and social workers are here to talk through your questions or concerns. The Navigation Center is available to anyone impacted by cancer including families. No matter what you face, there’s a real person waiting to help just one phone call away.
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It’s common for people to want a second opinion regarding a cancer diagnosis. We can help. Submit a second opinion request to our cancer navigation center.
