High-dose Radiation (hy-dose RAY-dee-AY-shun) at Medical Drugs Glossary
What is High-dose Radiation (hy-dose RAY-dee-AY-shun)? HDR. An amount of radiation that is greater than that given in typical radiation therapy. HDR is precisely directed at the tumor to avoid damaging healthy tissue, and may kill more cancer cells in fewer treatments.Medical Term & Definition Added By: Ian
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