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Lung Cancer Brachytherapy: Robotics-Assisted Minimally Invasive Approach

Edward Yu, The University of Western Ontario
Craig Lewis, The University of Western Ontario
Ana Luisa Trejos, The University of Western Ontario
Rajni V. Patel, The University of Western Ontario
Richard A. Malthaner, The University of Western Ontario

Abstract

New technological concepts have been evolving to manage the relative poor prognosis of lung cancer. Brachytherapy is becoming an option for both unresectable and early resectable lung cancer. Three-dimensional ultrasound (US) of lung tumours and image-guided minimally invasive robotics-assisted brachytherapy are feasible for dosimetry planning and management of lung tumours. The present article reviews the current knowledge of lung brachytherapy and discusses its potential in future management of lung cancer.

Suggested Citation

Edward Yu, Craig Lewis, Ana Luisa Trejos, Rajni V. Patel, and Richard A. Malthaner. "Lung Cancer Brachytherapy: Robotics-Assisted Minimally Invasive Approach" Current Respiratory Medicine Reviews 7.5 (2011): 340-353.
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/edwardyu/82