Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Boron Neutron Capture Therapy

A technique for the treatment of neoplasms, especially gliomas and melanomas in which boron-10, an isotope, is introduced into the target cells followed by irradiation with thermal neutrons.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

A technique for the treatment of neoplasms, especially gliomas and melanomas in which boron-10, an isotope, is introduced into the target cells followed by irradiation with thermal neutrons.

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Synonyms

4 entry terms
  • Boron-Neutron Capture Therapy
  • Neutron Capture Therapy, Boron
  • Therapy, Boron Neutron Capture
  • Therapy, Boron-Neutron Capture

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Aspects Covered

14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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Indexing Annotation

coordinate with disease /radiother

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History Note

93

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Previous Indexing

  • Boron (1966-1992)
  • Neutrons (1966-1992)
  • Radiotherapy, High-Energy (1966-1992)

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  1. E02w.815w.722.500w.100

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Boron Neutron Capture Therapy. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D016754. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D016754
  2. Boron Neutron Capture Therapy. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q71676169