Systematic Review of Intensity-Modulated Brachytherapy (IMBT): Static and Dynamic Techniques

High-Z shielding of brachytherapy sources has long been used to increase the therapeutic index by improving target dose conformity. Recent novel applicators and sources increase the complexity and control that providers may have in delivering treatments with benefits in terms of sparing critical structures and dose escalation - typically at the price of longer delivery times. We evaluate the various levels of readiness for clinical implementation.
Source: International Journal of Radiation Oncology * Biology * Physics - Category: Radiology Authors: Tags: Critical Review Source Type: research