Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Radioisotope Teletherapy

A type of high-energy radiotherapy using a beam of gamma-radiation produced by a radioisotope source encapsulated within a teletherapy unit.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

A type of high-energy radiotherapy using a beam of gamma-radiation produced by a radioisotope source encapsulated within a teletherapy unit.

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Synonyms

3 entry terms
  • Teleradioisotope Therapy
  • Teletherapy, Radioisotope
  • Therapy, Teleradioisotope

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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 specific radioisotope /ther use

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  1. E02w.815w.722.820

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Radioisotope Teletherapy. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D011867. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D011867
  2. Radioisotope Teletherapy. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q72368688