How successful is HDR brachytherapy for prostate cancer?

Two randomised trials have helped to establish the superiority of HDR brachytherapy boost over EBRT alone. In the randomised study by Kestin et al [31], the overall 5-year actuarial survival with HDR brachytherapy plus EBRT was 86%, compared with 54% with EBRT alone (p<0.001).

What is HDR surgery?

High dose-rate brachytherapy is also known as HDR brachytherapy, or temporary brachytherapy. It is a type of internal radiotherapy. It involves inserting thin tubes into the prostate gland. A source of radiation is then passed down the tubes into the prostate for a few minutes to destroy cancer cells.

What is HDR for prostate cancer?

High dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy. HDR brachytherapy is a temporary type of prostate brachytherapy that involves placing radioactive sources in the prostate gland and delivering a high dose of radiation in a few minutes before the sources are removed. Typical treatment may involve several sessions.

What is HDR brachytherapy?

HDR brachytherapy is a form of internal radiotherapy where an oncologist: Temporarily implants a catheter — a small plastic tube or balloon — in the tumor area. Places highly radioactive material inside the body for a short time and then retracts it using a remote control.

Why do we use Flexitron for prostate reconstruction?

Standardized transfer lengths, less prone to human errors during reconstruction as there is only one indexer length. Reference zero at entrance of applicator, no need to measure the distal tip. Intuitive user interface, smooth navigation saves time. Why Flexitron? * Not available in all countries.

How are radioactive wires inserted into the prostate?

Thin tubes are inserted through the perineum and into your prostate at precise locations. The tubes are connected to a machine that feeds wires containing radiation into the prostate. The radioactive wires are left in place for a set amount of time, typically several minutes. Then the radioactive wires are removed.

How are seed implants used in prostate brachytherapy?

Prostate brachytherapy that stays in your body permanently is called low-dose-rate brachytherapy or seed implants. During this procedure, you may be placed under anesthesia so that you aren’t aware during the procedure and won’t feel pain. A wand-like instrument is inserted in your rectum.

Can a prostate solution be used with an ultrasound?

* Prostate solution can be used with commercially available ultrasound systems. * Prostate solution can be used with commercially available ultrasound systems. Standardized transfer lengths, less prone to human errors during reconstruction as there is only one indexer length.