Under what circumstances would brachytherapy be preferred over electron therapy for treating skin cancers?
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Radiation Oncology · Michigan Healthcare Professionals, PC
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For small (<2 cm) nonmelanoma skin cancers, I would say that brachytherapy is preferred for these reasons:
- Better cosmesis - 90-95% report excellent, which is better than electron series, particularly at the edge.
- Better for curved surfaces like the nose b/c applicator is flush on the skin with no ...
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