"afterloading" meaning in All languages combined

See afterloading on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Etymology: From after + loading. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|after|loading}} after + loading Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} afterloading (uncountable)
  1. A radiotherapy technique in which a hollow tube or applicator is implanted in the organ to be treated, and the source of radiation is loaded into it afterwards, minimizing radiation exposure to healthcare personnel. Tags: uncountable
    Sense id: en-afterloading-en-noun-oXyP860J Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
     
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