During consultations with the oncologist, a client with cervical cancer is informed that radioactive materials will be inserted in the area of the tumor. She has to undergo these sessions over a period of 3 weeks. Which method of cancer treatment is being described?

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Answer: Its a radiotherapy treatment.

Explanation:

Radiotherapy is a treatment in which ionizing radiation is used to destroy a tumor or prevent its cells from enlarging. These radiations are not seen and during application the patient feels nothing. Radiotherapy may be used in combination with chemotherapy or other treatments.

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