A randomized trial evaluating a novel hydrogel packing system compared to standard packing during image-guided high-dose rate brachytherapy boost for cervical cancer.

Kara D RomanoGina PetroniKristi WardWendy ZhengMatthew MistroBruce LibbyChristopher McLaughlinTimothy N ShowalterEinsley M Janowski

Published in: Brachytherapy (2024)

This randomized trial found no clinically significant difference in OAR or HR-CTV dosimetry between BrachyGel and standard VP. BrachyGel performed well compared to gauze for the patient and physician use experience.

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