ONLINE GLOSSARY
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 Two types of radiation therapy may be used for the treatment of prostate cancer: External Beam Radiation or Internal Radiation (Brachytherapy). Both treatment types utilize radiation energy to kill prostate cancer cells. After reviewing your test results and performing a physical exam, the Urologist and Radiation Oncologist will recommend whether external radiation, brachytherapy, or a combination of both treatments would be best for the patient. Occasionally, the radiation oncologist and urologist will recommend that radiation be given in combination with hormone therapy.
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