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What is a significant advantage of using external radiotherapy compared to radioactive implants?

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Radionuclide imaging and therapy

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What is a significant advantage of using external radiotherapy compared to radioactive implants?.

  1. A.It requires no surgical procedure for placement.
  2. B.It delivers radiation more precisely to the tumor.
  3. C.It has fewer side effects than implants.
  4. D.It can be used for all types of tumors.

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  • It requires no surgical procedure for placement.

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External radiotherapy does not require surgery, making it less invasive than radioactive implants. This can lead to quicker recovery times and less risk of complications associated with surgical procedures.

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