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PRONUNCIATION OF BRACHYTHERAPY

brachytherapy  [ˌbrækɪˈθɛrəpɪ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF BRACHYTHERAPY

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Brachytherapy is a noun.
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WHAT DOES BRACHYTHERAPY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

brachytherapy

Brachytherapy

Brachytherapy, also known as internal radiotherapy, sealed source radiotherapy, curietherapy or endocurietherapy, is a form of radiotherapy where a radiation source is placed inside or next to the area requiring treatment. Brachytherapy is commonly used as an effective treatment for cervical, prostate, breast, and skin cancer and can also be used to treat tumours in many other body sites. Brachytherapy can be used alone or in combination with other therapies such as surgery, External Beam Radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Brachytherapy contrasts with unsealed source radiotherapy in which a therapeutic radioisotope is injected into the body to chemically localize to the tissue which requires destruction. It also contrasts to EBRT, in which high-energy x-rays are directed at the tumour from outside the body. Brachytherapy instead involves the precise placement of short-range radiation-sources directly at the site of the cancerous tumour.

Definition of brachytherapy in the English dictionary

The definition of brachytherapy in the dictionary is a form of radiotherapy in which sealed sources of radioactive material are inserted temporarily into body cavities or directly into tumours.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH BRACHYTHERAPY


apitherapy
ˌeɪpɪˈθɛrəpɪ
aromatherapy
əˌrəʊməˈθɛrəpɪ
balneotherapy
ˌbælnɪəˈθɛrəpɪ
bibliotherapy
ˌbɪblɪəʊˈθɛrəpɪ
chemotherapy
ˌkiːməʊˈθɛrəpɪ
cryotherapy
ˌkraɪəʊˈθɛrəpɪ
electrotherapy
ɪˌlɛktrəʊˈθɛrəpɪ
hydrotherapy
ˌhaɪdrəʊˈθɛrəpɪ
hypnotherapy
ˌhɪpnəʊˈθɛrəpɪ
immunotherapy
ˌɪmjʊnəʊˈθɛrəpɪ
mesotherapy
ˌmɛsəʊˈθɛrəpɪ
monotherapy
ˌmɒnəˈθɛrəpɪ
phototherapy
ˌfəʊtəʊˈθɛrəpɪ
physiotherapy
ˌfɪzɪəʊˈθɛrəpɪ
phytotherapy
ˌfaɪtəʊˈθɛrəpɪ
psychotherapy
ˌsaɪkəʊˈθɛrəpɪ
radiotherapy
ˌreɪdɪəʊˈθɛrəpɪ
thalassotherapy
ˌθæləsəʊˈθɛrəpɪ
therapy
ˈθɛrəpɪ
thermotherapy
ˌθɜːməʊˈθɛrəpɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE BRACHYTHERAPY

brachycerous
brachydactyl
brachydactylic
brachydactylism
brachydactylous
brachydactyly
brachydiagonal
brachydome
brachygraphy
brachylogies
brachylogous
brachylogy
brachyodont
brachypinakoid
brachyprism
brachypterism
brachypterous
brachyural
brachyuran
brachyurous

WORDS THAT END LIKE BRACHYTHERAPY

behaviour therapy
cognitive therapy
combination therapy
craniosacral therapy
crapy
electroconvulsive therapy
family therapy
gene therapy
group therapy
hormone replacement therapy
occupational therapy
pharmacotherapy
physical therapy
radiation therapy
retail therapy
root-canal therapy
sex therapy
shock therapy
speech therapy
triple combination therapy
zone therapy

Synonyms and antonyms of brachytherapy in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «brachytherapy» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF BRACHYTHERAPY

Find out the translation of brachytherapy to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of brachytherapy from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «brachytherapy» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

近距离放射治疗
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

braquiterapia
570 millions of speakers

English

brachytherapy
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

ब्रैकीथेरेपी
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

العلاج الإشعاعي الموضعي
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

брахитерапия
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

braquiterapia
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

brachytherapy
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

curiethérapie
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Brachytherapy
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Brachytherapie
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

近接照射療法
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

근접 치료
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Brachytherapy
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

brachytheraphy
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

குறுகிய சிகிச்சை
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

ब्रेच्यथेरपी
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

brakiterapi
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

brachiterapia
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

brachyterapia
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

брахитерапія
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

brahiterapie
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

βραχυθεραπεία
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

bragiterapie
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

brachyterapi
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

brachyterapi
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of brachytherapy

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «BRACHYTHERAPY»

The term «brachytherapy» is regularly used and occupies the 92.463 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «BRACHYTHERAPY» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about brachytherapy

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «BRACHYTHERAPY»

Discover the use of brachytherapy in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to brachytherapy and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Brachytherapy: Applications and Techniques
Written by the foremost experts in the field, this volume is a comprehensive text and practical reference on contemporary brachytherapy.
Phillip M. Devlin, 2007
2
Comprehensive Brachytherapy: Physical and Clinical Aspects
A complete overview of the field, Comprehensive Brachytherapy: Physical and Clinical Aspects is a landmark publication, presenting a detailed account of the underlying physics, design, and implementation of the techniques, along with ...
Jack Venselaar, Ali S. Meigooni, Dimos Baltas, 2012
3
Achieving Quality in Brachytherapy
The book explains how to set up a functional quality assurance program in brachytherapy and covers all the steps needed to undertake particular treatment plans, from the initial planning required to the detailed specification.
B.R. Thomadsen, 1999
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Basic and Advanced Techniques in Prostate Brachytherapy
This book covers both basic and advanced techniques for prostate brachytherapy and is appropriate for the practitioner who is anticipating or currently performing permanent radioactive seed implants.
Adam P. Dicker, Gregory Merrick, Leonard Gomella, 2005
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Radiotherapy in Practice - Brachytherapy
This book provides practical guidance on the use of brachytherapy. Each chapter gives the reader a solid background in the physics and dosimetry of the technique, followed by practical information on its use in common disease sites.
Peter Hoskin, Catherine Coyle, 2011
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Radiotherapy and Brachytherapy
Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute on Physics of Modern Radiotherapy & Brachytherapy Archamps, France 15-27 November 2007.
Yves Lemoigne, Alessandra Caner, 2009
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The Physics of Modern Brachytherapy for Oncology
Logically organized, the book begins with basic information, including quantities and units, followed by fundamental atomic and nuclear physics. It also provides the historical background of brachytherapy physics.
Dimos Baltas, Loukas Sakelliou, Nikolaos Zamboglou, 2006
8
Interstitial Prostate Brachytherapy: LDR-PDR-HDR
This book will be invaluable in informing residents and others of the scientific background and potential of modern prostate brachytherapy.
György Kovács, Peter Hoskin, 2013
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Perez & Brady's Principles and Practice of Radiation Oncology
Inside the Sixth Edition of this now-classic reference, you will discover encyclopedic coverage of topics ranging from basic science to sophisticated computer-based radiation therapy treatment planning and supportive care.
Edward C. Halperin, Luther W. Brady, Carlos A. Perez, 2013
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The Physics of Radiation Therapy
This edition also features more than 100 full-color illustrations throughout. A companion Website will offer the fully searchable text and an image bank.
Faiz M. Khan, 2012

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «BRACHYTHERAPY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term brachytherapy is used in the context of the following news items.
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Another Stent Bests Drug-Coated Balloon for DES Restenosis
In the US, "drug-coated-balloon angioplasty is not available for coronary application, and instead, vascular brachytherapy is used in selected ... «Medscape, Jul 15»
2
iCAD Announces Launch Of iReveal® Breast Density Analysis …
iCAD's Xoft® Axxent® Electronic Brachytherapy (eBx®) System® is a painless, non-invasive technology that delivers high dose rate, low ... «MarketWatch, Jul 15»
3
Zacks Rating on Varian Medical Systems, Inc.
... proton therapy and brachytherapy. The Company is a supplier of X-ray imaging components for medical, scientific, and industrial applications ... «OTC Outlook, Jul 15»
4
Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Announces Lead Plaintiff Deadline …
The Company's principal offering are Proxcelan Cesium-131 (“Cesium-131”) brachytherapy seeds for the treatment of a variety of cancers. «Digital Journal, Jul 15»
5
ASCO endorses ASTRO recommendations for postoperative …
Although ASTRO endorsed the use of pelvic radiation — with or without vaginal cuff brachytherapy — for patients with grade 1 or 2 tumors and ... «Healio, Jul 15»
6
Company Shares of icad inc. Rally 3.94%
Its electronic brachytherapy products include electronic brachytherapy (Ebx) treatment for breast cancer. Effective July 15, 2014, iCAD Inc ... «News Watch International, Jul 15»
7
New skin cancer treatment now available at Lynn Cancer Institute
In the Esteya brachytherapy protocol, concentrated high-dose-rate radiation is delivered via a small electronic beam — which is purported to be ... «Palm Beach Post, Jul 15»
8
Long-term efficacy and toxicity of low-dose-rate 125I prostate …
Long-term efficacy and toxicity of low-dose-rate 125I prostate brachytherapy as monotherapy in low-, intermediate-, and high-risk prostate ... «UroToday, Jul 15»
9
Hospital milestone as 3000th patient undergoes pioneering …
Former GP John Cummins was the 3,000th patient to undergo brachytherapy treatment at the Guildford hospital last Thursday (June, 25). «Get Surrey, Jul 15»
10
Excellent Outcomes With Partial-Breast Irradiation
This retrospective study is "the largest report of outcomes with interstitial breast brachytherapy," note the authors. "This treatment resulted in ... «Medscape, Jul 15»

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