158-159 / 2001
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Relative Contraindications for
Brachytherapy (1) :
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These patients are not ideal candidates for
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implant these patients.
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Patients at increased risk of developing
complications
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Large median lobes
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Previous pelvic irradiation
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High AUA score
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History of multiple pelvic surgeries
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Severe diabetes with healing problems