Abstract: A brachytherapy shielding system configured to be used with a brachytherapy application includes a balloon catheter and a body made from a magnetic material positioned within an inflatable portion, such as a balloon portion, of the balloon catheter. The brachytherapy shielding system is arranged to shield skin tissue exposed to a radiation source during intracavitary radiation therapy.

Abstract: A mobile radiation treatment facility includes a patient treatment trailer having a treatment area configured to contain a radiation-emitting device. The patient treatment trailer includes a plurality of wheels such that it is configured to be towed by a vehicle to a desired location. The facility further includes radiation barriers including a plurality of liquid radiation barriers and a plurality of solid radiation barriers positioned adjacent the treatment area to block radiation emission from the radiation-emitting device. An associated method is also disclosed.

Abstract: A brachytherapy applicator shielding system includes a brachytherapy applicator, a magnet, and magnetically attractable particles. The brachytherapy applicator shielding system is arranged to shield skin tissue exposed to a radiation source during intracavitary radiation therapy.