Many different types of radioactive materials can be used in the implant, including cesium, iridium, iodine, phosphorus, and palladium
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No, implant therapy does not use cesium. Implants are typically made of materials such as titanium or ceramic that are biocompatible with the body. Cesium is not commonly used in dental or medical implants.
Patients receiving implant therapy do become temporarily radioactive
It is sometimes called radiation therapy, radiation therapy, cobalt therapy, electron beam therapy, or irradiation
There is no minimum age for use of the contraceptive implant.
The advantage is that it concentrates the radiation near the cancer and lessens the chance of damage to normal cells
Yes, you can choose which arm to use for the contraceptive implant.
Internal radiation therapy is used for some cancers of the head, neck, thyroid, breast, female reproductive system, and prostate