Radiation therapy is the use of penetrating beams of high-energy
waves or streams of particles called radiation to treat disease.
Radiation therapy destroys the ability of cancer cells to grow
and divide. Radiation therapy may be used alone or in addition
to surgery. Radiation is tailored to your needs and situation.
Treatment with both internal and external radiation may be used
for patients who are not candidates for surgery due to poor
health or those who refuse surgery. Radiation may be combined
with hormone therapy. This treatment may also be used for
advanced disease to control bleeding, pain, and other symptoms.
Types of Radiation Therapy Used for Uterine Cancer Internal
(intracavitary) and external radiotherapy are used in the
treatment of uterine cancer. Internal irradiation involves the
insertion of radioactive seeds into the uterus, near the tumor.
The radioactive material is inserted through the vagina and left
in place for two to three days while you remain in the hospital.
During your stay, limi