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How do radioactive implants differ from external radiotherapy in terms of placement?.
- A.Implants are placed inside the body, while external radiotherapy is applied from outside.
- B.Both methods involve internal placement of radioactive sources.
- C.External radiotherapy requires surgical procedures for placement.
- D.Implants are only used for diagnostic purposes.
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- Implants are placed inside the body, while external radiotherapy is applied from outside.
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Radioactive implants are directly inserted into or near the tumor, allowing for targeted treatment, whereas external radiotherapy uses machines to direct radiation from outside the body. This key difference affects the treatment approach and patient experience.
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