Views of the cervix in a routine transvaginal scan are usually obtained when assessing the appearance and size of the uterus, and the vagina is visualised as the probe is first introduced, while in the introitus view. It is easy to overlook these structures and to concentrate mainly on assessing the uterus and the ovaries. […]
Naomi Goldsworthy, Angela Clough
Derriford Hospital
Radiotherapy is a core part of multidisciplinary cancer management, with around 40% of those cured having radiotherapy as part of or the whole of their cancer treatment. Brachytherapy (derived from the Greek word brachys meaning ‘shortdistance’) is a form of radiotherapy where a sealed radiation source is placed directly into the body. Brachytherapy has advantages […]
Dr Jwala Philip, Dr Fei Sun, Dr Ann Henry
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
The authors’ institution utilises ultrasound technology in a number of radiotherapy treatments. Ultrasound enables visualisation of organs and applicator positioning in brachytherapy treatments, ensuring safe and accurate treatment without the associated risk of concomitant radiation exposure. Barbara Segedin et al concluded: “Ultrasound guidance of applicator insertion is useful and feasible, allowing the completion of the […]
Glenda Logsdail, Ruth Rowse, Michael Graveling
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust