Myeloablative total body irradiation: Possible side effects - 11/2018

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Myeloablative total body irradiation: Possible side effects

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Abstract

This handout explains possible side effect you may have when being treated with myeloablative total body irradiation (TBI). This radiation therapy kills cells in the bone marrow, including cancer cells. It can result in fewer red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

Author

Radiation Oncology

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2018

Revision Date

11/2018

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General Subject

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Specific Subject/Keyword

Side Effects

Languages

English

Record ID

4707