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Radioactive Iodine (RAI)/I-131 for Thyroid Cancer

Definition

Radioactive Iodine (RAI)/I-131 is a medical treatment used to target and destroy thyroid cancer cells. It involves the administration of a radioactive form of iodine, which is selectively absorbed by the thyroid gland and cancerous cells, leading to their destruction while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.