Anesthesia and radiotherapy suite Book Section
| Authors: | Barnett, K. M.; Lu, A. C.; Tollinche, L. E. |
| Editors: | Goudra, B. G.; Singh, P. M. |
| Article/Chapter Title: | Anesthesia and radiotherapy suite |
| Abstract: | Radiotherapy is an important treatment modality for several cancers. Brachytherapy involves the placement of radioactive material inside of the body. External Beam Radiation uses a machine to deliver radiation from outside of the body. The anesthesia technique for brachytherapy will depend on several factors including the area of the body, length of case and anesthesia provider availability. It may further be complicated by the need to transport the patient to an MRI or CT scanner. External Beam Radiation in adults does not usually require anesthesia. However, if it is required, usually sedation with propofol is adequate. © Springer International Publishing Switzerland 2017. All rights reserved. |
| Keywords: | radiation; radiotherapy; sedation; general anesthesia; brachytherapy; local; mask; epidural; external beam radiation; radiation treatment; applicator; regional anesthesia; spinal; high-dose implants; immobilizers; low-dose implants; radiation simulation |
| Book Title: | Out of Operating Room Anesthesia: A Comprehensive Review |
| ISBN: | 978-3-319-39148-9 |
| Publisher: | Springer |
| Publication Place: | Cham, Switzerland |
| Date Published: | 2017-01-01 |
| Start Page: | 347 |
| End Page: | 355 |
| Language: | English |
| DOI: | 10.1007/978-3-319-39150-2_25 |
| PROVIDER: | scopus |
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| Notes: | Book Chapter: 25 -- Export Date: 5 September 2017 -- Source: Scopus |
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