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METHOD OF UTILIZING AN IMPLANT FOR TARGETING EXTERNAL BEAM RADIATION

  • US 20080281388A1
  • Filed: 04/28/2008
  • Published: 11/13/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/10/1997
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of partial breast radiation comprising the steps of:

  • Placing within a breast cavity, a substantially radio-opaque implant constructed of biocompatible and biodegradable material, said implant supporting the tissue surrounding the breast cavity; and

    Targeting a radiation beam to said breast tissue surrounding the implant such that the radiation beam does not materially irradiate the whole of the breast.

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