Progress in the use of iodine therapy for tumours of the eye

Abstract

Developments in a new system of brachytherapy for tumors of the [human] eye are reported. This involves the use of 125I sources with special screens and filters to avoid irradiation of vital structures and to produce a homogeneous radiation field. Methods for the treatment of tumors of the lids, conjunctiva, retina, choroid and lachrymal gland were developed. Sixteen of 20 treatments appear to have been successful. This system would seem to be a material advance on those previously reported.