[Brachytherapy--own, preliminary experiences in the treatment of head and neck neoplasms with the use of pulsed brachytherapy].
The historical development of brachytherapy from the beginning of the 20th century until nowadays is presented. On the basis of the literature the authors presented indications, advantages and the technical aspects of brachytherapy. Early own experience with the use of pulsed brachytherapy was also reported.
Zienkiewicz
Józef
J
Katedry Chirurgii Szczekowo-Twarzowej i Stomatologicznej, Akademii Medycznej w Gdańsku.
Ziemlewski
Adam
A
Serkies
Krystyna
K
Oleszkiewicz
Izabela
I
Nierzwicki
Bartłomiej
B
D001918:Brachytherapy / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D004307:Dose-Response Relationship, Radiation; D006258:Head and Neck Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology / Q000532:radiotherapy*; D006801:Humans; D011044:Poland; D011829:Radiation Dosage; D013997:Time Factors; D016896:Treatment Outcome