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Brachytherapy

• ApresentaçãoPresentation

  The Brachytherapy curricular unit provides a comprehensive introduction to an innovative therapeutic approach. Brachytherapy utilizes radioactive sources to administer precise therapeutic doses directly to the target tissue. Students will be introduced to the fundamental principles of Brachytherapy, its clinical applications, and personalized treatment planning. The latest technological and scientific advancements will be discussed, preparing students for challenges and opportunities in the field of oncology.
• ProgramaProgramme

  Theory component BT History Physical principles in BT The different BT modalities BT radiobiology Implant types, radioactive isotopes and loading systems Systems for computerized dose calculation Dosimetry protocols Image planning International recommendations for Brachytherapy Anatomy-specific Brachytherapy: clinical indications, material, isotopes, technique, image, dosimetry and loading Quality control Practice component BT dosimetry planning Anatomy-specific Brachytherapy Observing several Brachytherapy treatment applications
• ObjectivosObjectives

  Understand the terminology and technical-scientific language used in Brachytherapy Know the different modalities in Brachytherapy Recognize the different procedures in Brachytherapy, the individual differences, advantages and disadvantages Apply the different techniques in Brachytherapy Perform dosimetric planning in the Brachytherapy area
• BibliografiaBibliography

  Griffiths, S. (2008). Radiotherapy: principles to practice. A manual for quality in treatment delivery. 2nd Ed. UK: Medipex Limited Hoskin, P. & Coyle, C. (2011). Radiotherapy in practice: brachytherapy. 2nd Ed. UK: Oxford Symonds, P.; Deehan, C.; Meredith, C. & Mills, J. (2012). Walter & Miller’s textbook of radiotherapy: radiation physics, therapy and oncology. 7th Ed. UK: Churchill Livingstone
• MetodologiaMethodology

  The assessment of the theoretical component (T) consists of two written tests, one in the middle and one at the end of the semester, each counting 50%, with a minimum classification of 9.5. The minimum final classification for the T component is 9.5. The assessment of the practical component (PL): consists of continuous assessment, considering attendance and active participation (40%) and 1 written assessment at the end of the semester (60%). In both assessment moments, the minimum grade is 9.5.The minimum final classification for the T component is 9.5. The final grade for the subject results from the arithmetic average of the assessment in the two components, each of which will have a weight of 50%; CF = 0.50 T + 0.50 PL. The final classification is calculated using the following formula: CF = 0.50 T + 0.50 PL. The classification of all assessment instruments is expressed on a scale of 0 to 20, and the weighted value of the classifications obtained must be at least 9,5.
• LínguaLanguage

  Português
• TipoType

  Semestral
• ECTS

  4
• NaturezaNature

  Mandatory
• EstágioInternship

  Não