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Radiation Oncologists at University Hospital provide the latest advances in prostate seed implantation as an option for the treatment of prostate cancer.
This revolutionary approach utilizes state-of-the-art computer planning software in the operating room to analyze the implant as it is being performed for ideal seed placement.
A familiar option for treating prostate cancer, the
permanent seed implant uses radioactive pellets or
“seeds” that are surgically placed into the prostate.
The procedure can usually be done on an outpatient
basis. The radioactive seeds are placed permanently
within the prostate and their size is small enough
that they will not be felt or noticed by the patient.
Real-time dynamic intraoperative planning means
critical information is gathered and assessed
throughout the implant procedure. The Radiation
Oncologist and Urologist know immediately where
the seeds are placed within the prostate and how the
dose distribution is progressing. This allows doctors
to make changes to the original implant plan as
needed — in real time. Changes to the plan will be
made, for example, because the prostate’s shape can
change during the time between the pre-treatment
planning and the actual procedure. Other changes
allow the doctor to deliver more radiation to areas
of the prostate that have more cancer.
This innovative technique combines digital
ultrasound images with state-of-the-art computer
planning to provide the experienced implant team
with precisely the information they need to sculpt
the dose to the prostate. No other technique offers
this advantage.
For more information, call Health Connections
at 1-800-464-8668. |
