Types of Brachytherapy

Low dose rate (LDR): Radioactive sources remain in place for weeks to months.
High dose rate (HDR): Radioactive sources remain in place for a shorter time.
Intracavitary treatment: Implants placed inside body cavities (e.g., vagina, uterus)
Interstitial treatment: Implants placed directly into the tumor.
Episcleral brachytherapy: Radiation source attached to the eye.

Brachytherapy is often considered for certain types of cancers. Here are some situations where brachytherapy might be an option:

Prostate cancer: Brachytherapy is a common treatment for prostate cancer, especially for low-risk or intermediate-risk cases.
Gynecological cancers: Cancers of the cervix, uterus, or vagina may be treated with brachytherapy.
Breast cancer: After a lumpectomy, brachytherapy can be used to reduce the risk of cancer recurrence in the breast.
Head and neck cancers: Brachytherapy may be used in combination with other treatments for certain head and neck cancers.
Eye cancers: For some eye cancers, like melanoma of the eye, brachytherapy can be a treatment option.
Skin cancer: In rare cases of advanced skin cancer, brachytherapy may be considered.