title: A simple afterloading applicator for intracavitary irradiation of carcinoma of the nasopharynx.
abstract: A simple, disposable afterloading applicator for intracavitary irradiation of carcinoma of the nasopharynx has been found useful as a supplementary radiation boost to the primary site. Hopefully, local tumor control can be enhanced by employing this technique.
mesh_terms: D002565:Cerium Radioisotopes / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D009303:Nasopharyngeal Neoplasms / Q000532:radiotherapy*; D009364:Neoplasm Recurrence, Local / Q000532:radiotherapy; D011878:Radiotherapy / Q000295:instrumentation*
chemical_list: D002565:Cerium Radioisotopes