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Analgesia and Anesthesia for Gynecologic Brachytherapy Procedures survey

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Jul 31, 2024, 11:27

Analgesia and Anesthesia for Gynecologic Brachytherapy Procedures survey

Memorial Sloan Kettering Radiation Oncology shared on X:

“Many US brachytherapists report using general, conscious sedation or epidural anesthesia, yet 10% are using only oral and 22% offered anesthesia only during applicator placement. A majority believe PTSD can occur, but few offer any intervention.

‘Analgesia and Anesthesia Practice Patterns for Gynecologic Brachytherapy Procedures and Potential Impact on Women’s Procedural Experience: A National Survey.’

Authors: Amanda Rivera, Dulce M. Barrios, Emma Herbach, Jenna M. Kahn, Vonetta M. Williams, Keyur J. Mehta, Aaron Wolfson, Lorraine Portelance, Mitchell Kamrava.”

Source: Memorial Sloan Kettering Radiation Oncology/X

Aaron Wolfson Amanda Rivera cancer Dulce M. Barrios Emma Herbach Jenna M. Kahn Keyur J. Mehta Lorraine Portelance Memorial Sloan Kettering Radiation Oncology Mitchell Kamrava OncoDaily Oncology Vonetta M. Williams

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