The use of radioactive sources placed into a tumor-bearing area to generate high intensity radiation is termed

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Brachytherapy involves placing radioactive sources directly into or near the tumor, allowing for high intensity radiation to be delivered to the area. Stereotactic radiation treatment and proton beam treatment both use external radiation sources, while external beam radiation is a more general term that can refer to any type of radiation therapy delivered from outside the body.

The Use of Radioactive Sources Placed into a Tumor-Bearing Area