Afterloading
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Afterloading is a noun meaning A radiotherapy technique in which a hollow tube or applicator is implanted in the organ to be treated, and the source of radiation is loaded into it afterwards, minimizing radiation exposure to healthcare personnel.
Meaning
A radiotherapy technique in which a hollow tube or applicator is implanted in the organ to be treated, and the source of radiation is loaded into it afterwards, minimizing radiation exposure to healthcare personnel.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include radioembolisation, radioembolization, electroloading, irradiator, irradiation, radiopacification.
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