Important Radiation Therapy Terms Crossword

Radiation treatment at a short distance accomplished by inserting radioactive sources directly into or near the tumor site
A treatment that is given in addition to the primary treatment to enhance its effectiveness and reduce the chance of the cancer recurring
A device used to help the patient remain in the same position during every treatment
A tissue equivalent material that can be placed on the patient to increase the skin dose and/or even out irregular contours in the patient
The central axis of the beam. The point at which the gantry, collimator, and couch all rotate around.
Acronym for the gross disease
Acronym for the GTV + subclinical/ microscopic disease
Acronym for the CTV + margin for organ, tumor, and patient movements and variations in set up
The volume enclosed by an isodose line that is selected by the radiation oncologist as being appropriate to achieve the purpose of treatment
Acronym for a treatment technique by which beams of modulated intensity are determined through inverse planning
Hair loss on the head
Hair loss anywhere on the body