This interactive E-learning Module will focus on key steps when performing 2D brachytherapy for cervical cancer. The module has been produced to improve the knowledge on the key steps in the brachytherapy workflow for cervical cancer and through interactive steps the learners will be able to practice performing patient applicator insertion for cervical cancer treatment with brachytherapy.

Level: Beginner

Duration- approximately 15minutes

Language: English  

Interactivity: Self-paced 

Target: radiation oncologists, medical physicist, dosimetrists and radiation therapists

Learning outcomes

By the end of this module, the learner will be able to:

1. Discuss the different instruments used in intracavitary brachytherapy for cervical cancer.
2. Recognize the key steps and practice performing applicator insertion and fixation during intracavitary brachytherapy for cervical cancer.
3. Describe the process of imaging and planning in brachytherapy for cervical cancer.
4. Explain the steps in brachytherapy treatment delivery for cervical cancer.
5. Discuss the important steps for post brachytherapy procedures and patient care.

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