Radioimmunoguided surgery

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Radioimmunoguided surgery (pronunciation: ra-di-o-im-mu-no-guid-ed sur-ger-y) is a surgical technique that uses radioactive antibodies to detect and remove cancer cells.

Etymology

The term "Radioimmunoguided surgery" is derived from three words: "Radio" which refers to radiation, "Immuno" which refers to the immune system, and "Guided surgery" which refers to the surgical procedure guided by a specific technique or tool.

Procedure

In Radioimmunoguided surgery, antibodies are tagged with a radioactive substance and injected into the patient's body. These antibodies are designed to attach to cancer cells. A device that can detect radiation is then used to find these cells during surgery. This allows the surgeon to more accurately identify and remove cancerous tissue, while sparing healthy tissue.

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Advantages and Disadvantages

Radioimmunoguided surgery can improve the accuracy of cancer surgery and reduce the risk of leaving behind cancerous tissue. However, it also carries risks associated with radiation exposure and may not be suitable for all patients.

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