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interstitial radiation therapy

Abbreviations: IRT

Definition: Interstitial basically means within or between. In this case, within the tissue. Interstitial radiation therapy involves direct implantation of radioactive substances into the prostate; also called brachytherapy, seed implantation (SI) or seeding.

For more information: See brachytherapy, seeding.


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