Brachytherapy method and applicator for treatment of metastatic lesions in a load bearing region

摘要

A brachytherapy applicator for treatment of metastic lesions in a load bearingregion is provided. The applicator comprises an elongate tube body having a proximaland a distal end and defining an open internal area. A fixation element locatedon an outer portion of the tube allows the applicator to be fixed in position inrelation to a target region while delivering a dose of therapeutic radiation.The fixation element can fix the applicator to tissue and/or a stabilizationelement implanted within a patient. A source of radiation positioned withinthe elongate body, before, during, or after implantation of the applicator,provides the therapeutic radiation.