Lymphatic Irradiation
| Definition: |
External or interstitial irradiation to treat lymphomas (e.g., Hodgkin's and non-Hodgkin's lymphomas) and lymph node metastases and also some autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis. |
| Notes: |
ionizing; a radiother procedure: do not confuse with eff of rad on lymphatic system or lymph nodes ( = LYMPHATIC SYSTEM /rad eff or LYMPH NODES /rad eff); do not use /util except by MeSH definition |
| Also Called: |
Radiation Therapy, Lymphatic |
| Previously Indexed: |
Radiotherapy (1966-1988),Radiotherapy Dosage (1966-1988),Radiotherapy, High Energy (1966-1988) |
Lymphatic Irradiation Definitions and Terms
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