Palladium interstitial implant in combination with external beam radiotherapy and chemotherapy for the definitive treatment of a female urethral carcinoma

Gynecol Oncol Rep. 2015 Jun 10:13:40-3. doi: 10.1016/j.gore.2015.06.001. eCollection 2015 Aug.

Abstract

Primary urethral cancer is a rare diagnosis, especially in females. This report presents the utilization of a palladium interstitial implant and a review of the retrospective data published on the management of female urethral cancer. Excellent local control and survival has been obtained with the use of a palladium interstitial implant in combination with external beam radiotherapy and concurrent chemotherapy. This modality represents a novel and effective way to treat primary urethral cancer in females.

Keywords: Brachytherapy; Female urethra; Palladium; Radiotherapy.

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