Brachytherapy for prostate cancer
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Brachytherapy is not widely used in Sweden to treat localized prostate cancer. This treatment method has been available for some time, but recent advancements in technology are leading to increased utilization. Findings from isolated, uncontrolled studies of high dose rate brachytherapy in combination with external beam radiotherapy suggest some improvement in treatment outcomes. However, prospective, controlled studies are not available, and the improved outcomes may be explained by use of the method to treat smaller tumors. The type and frequency of side effects are similar to those from external beam radiotherapy, but there may be a somewhat higher rate of serious problems as the method is being established.
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