Practical steps for establishing ocular plaque therapy in developing countries.
Brachytherapy
; 11(3): 230-6, 2012.
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ABSTRACT
INTRODUCTION:
Retinoblastoma and uveal melanoma are the most common ocular tumors in children and adults, respectively. Enucleation and external beam radiation therapy are integral in the management of ocular tumors. However, these tumors could also be treated effectively by plaque therapy, which has the potential of preserving the globe and maintaining vision. METHODS AND MATERIALS We reviewed our experience with the introduction of this technique to our center. Furthermore, we highlighted the critical role of a specialized multidisciplinary team in the successful implementation of this procedure.DISCUSSION:
This review represents a detailed report addressing the practical steps for successfully establishing plaque therapy in developing countries.RESULTS:
Plaque therapy was successfully implemented at our center in 1.5 years. Integration with an advanced cancer center is crucial for the correct transfer of this complex technology.CONCLUSION:
Complex brachytherapy procedures could be successfully established and implemented in developing countries.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Retinoblastoma
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Neoplasias de la Úvea
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Braquiterapia
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Neoplasias de la Retina
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Países en Desarrollo
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Melanoma
Tipo de estudio:
Guideline
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Brachytherapy
Asunto de la revista:
RADIOTERAPIA
Año:
2012
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Jordania