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Irradiation
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(medicine) the treatment of diseases like cancer using radiation from a radioactive source
What is "irradiation"?
Irradiation refers to the use of high-energy radiation, such as X-rays or gamma rays, to target and treat tumors or abnormal cells in the body. This form of treatment is commonly used in radiation therapy, where radiation is directed precisely at cancerous tissues to destroy or shrink them. Irradiation works by damaging the DNA within cancer cells, preventing them from dividing and growing further. It is done by trained healthcare professionals in controlled doses to minimize damage to healthy surrounding tissues. Irradiation is an essential part of cancer treatment, often used in combination with surgery and chemotherapy to achieve the best possible outcome for patients.
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the apparent enlargement of a bright object when viewed against a dark background
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(Pavolvian conditioning) the elicitation of a conditioned response by stimulation similar but not identical to the original stimulus
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(physiology) the spread of sensory neural impulses in the cortex
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a beam or column of light emanating from a source
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the process or state of being subjected to radiation
Приклад
The patient had to undergo irradiation as part of their cancer treatment.
The lighthouse emitted a steady irradiation, guiding ships safely through the night.
Every evening, the city skyline was marked by the irradiation from the top of its tallest skyscraper.
The room was labeled as a restricted area due to the risk of irradiation from the radioactive materials inside.
