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Radiation Therapy: What it is and what to expect - 06/2022

Radiation Therapy: What it is and what to expect
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Abstract

Radiation therapy is often used to treat cancer and other medical conditions. This handout explains radiation therapy and what to expect before, during, and after treatment.

Author
Radiation Oncology
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2022
Revision Date
06/2022
General Subject
Therapeutic Procedures
Specific Subject/Keyword
Cancer
Cancer Education
Oncology
Patient Education
PET/CT Scan (positron emission tomography/computed tomography scan)
Radiation
Radiation Therapy
Radiology
Languages
English
Record ID
4985