About Brachytherapy

Because the best patient is an informed one, this section of the ABS Web site is designed with patients in mind. Its purpose is to introduce you to brachytherapy as a treatment option, as well as provide information about different forms of cancer, tips on choosing the best practitioner for you, and material you may find helpful.

Please choose from the links below to learn more.

• Research/History of Brachytherapy
• Applications of Brachytherapy
• How to Choose a Practitioner
• Glossary of Terms
• About Prostate Cancer
• What is Brachytherapy?
• Brachytherapy Frequently Asked Questions
• Common Side Effects
• Common Q&As