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What is a potential risk associated with high-energy X-ray therapy?

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Radionuclide imaging and therapy

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What is a potential risk associated with high-energy X-ray therapy?.

  1. A.Increased risk of tumor growth
  2. B.Damage to healthy surrounding tissues
  3. C.Reduced effectiveness of the treatment
  4. D.Inability to visualize the tumor

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  • Damage to healthy surrounding tissues

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A significant risk of high-energy X-ray therapy is the potential damage to healthy tissues surrounding the tumor, which is why careful dose planning and tissue protection strategies are essential.

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