In this episode:

• Radiation therapy plays a big role as a curative treatment option for prostate cancer
• External Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT) and Brachytherapy are the two primary types of radiation therapy used to treat prostate cancer
• Surgical isn’t the only option, radiation therapy can also cure some prostate cancers
• Advantages of radiation therapy – outpatient procedure, doesn’t involve anaesthetics, less potential side effects etc
• Healthcare professionals play a crucial role in the early stages of prostate cancer diagnosis. They are encouraged to discuss radiation therapy as a treatment option and refer patients to a radiation oncologist for further evaluation and treatment planning

Experts: Prof Sandra Turner, Staff Specialist Radiation Oncologist
A/Prof Lucinda Morris, Radiation Oncologist

Host: Dr David Lim, GP and Medical Educator

Total time: 42 mins

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• Radiation Oncology for Cancer Treatment in AU and NZ