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  • Oncology
  • Radiation Therapy
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Brachytherapy is an established treatment modality for various gastrointestinal (GI) localizations.
  • Significant advancements in GI brachytherapy have occurred over the past two decades.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the development of GI brachytherapy over the last 20 years.
  • To discuss the current status of GI brachytherapy.
  • To explore future perspectives for GI brachytherapy.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the literature and clinical experience in GI brachytherapy.
  • Analysis of treatment outcomes and safety profiles.
  • Discussion of technological advancements and evolving techniques.

Main Results:

  • GI brachytherapy demonstrates high effectiveness across different GI localizations.
  • The technique is considered safe when performed by experienced practitioners.
  • Established evidence supports its efficacy and safety.

Conclusions:

  • Gastrointestinal brachytherapy is a highly effective and safe treatment option.
  • It should be integrated into the standard armamentarium of radiation oncologists.
  • Continued development promises further improvements in patient care.