Neutron Capture Therapy

A technique for the treatment of neoplasms in which an isotope is introduced into target cells followed by irradiation with thermal neutrons.

Year introduced: 1993

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Tree Number(s): E02.815.722.500

MeSH Unique ID: D017247

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• Neutron Capturing Therapy
• Therapy, Neutron Capturing
• Therapy, Neutron Capture

Previous Indexing:

• Neutrons (1966-1992)
• Radiotherapy, High-Energy (1966-1992)

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Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment Category
Therapeutics
Radiotherapy
Radiotherapy, High-Energy
Neutron Capture Therapy
Boron Neutron Capture Therapy