Internal Radiation: What to Expect

Internal radiation is recommended to a number of women as an alternative to external radiation. However, it is still being studied to measure the benefits when compared with external radiation.

In these pages, you can learn about some of what to expect from different methods of giving internal radiation.

Multi-Catheter Internal Radiation: What to Expect

This method uses small tubes implanted in the breast for treatment that lasts up to a week.

Balloon-Catheter Internal Radiation: What to Expect

This method uses a tube with a balloon on the end, implanted in the breast, for treatment that usually lasts 1 week.