A Novel Brachytherapy Applicator for Improved Quality of the Treatment of Endometrial Cancer

• There are an estimated 61,380 new cases of endometrial cancer every year, typically in post-menopausal women.
• Standard treatment of endometrial cancer after surgery requires the direct application of radiation internally (known as “intravaginal brachytherapy”).
• Ideal radiation treatment occurs when the largest diameter of cylinder is used
• Current applicators of radiation therapy are cylindrical, uncomfortable, and limited at times by patient anatomy
• Patient comfort impacts treatment adherence, caregiver impression, and overall sense of well being.
• IP status: Provisional Patent Application No. 62/478,341
• Innovators: James Yu, M.D.; Amandeep Mahal