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What is
low-dose radiation therapy
?Pronunciation: /loʊ doʊs ˌreɪdiˈeɪʃən ˈθɛrəpi/
low-dose radiation therapy
Definition
Radiation treatment in which the total dose of radiation is less than that given in standard radiation therapy. In low-dose radiation therapy, the total dose may be given in fewer treatments or over a shorter period of time (fewer days or weeks) than standard radiation therapy. This may cause less damage to nearby healthy tissue.