What kind of physician typically performs the radioactive seed implantation procedure and in what kind of setting?
Radioactive seed implantation is usually performed in an outpatient hospital setting by a team of physicians consisting of a urologist, radiation oncologist and a radiation physicist. A spinal anesthetic is typically performed, but general anesthesia occasionally may be desirable. Some centers perform them in their hospital operating rooms. Both outpatient and inpatient settings are acceptable.
