Tiny radioactive seeds may offer new hope for women with recurrent pelvic cancer

This study tests a radiation treatment called Cesium-131 brachytherapy for women whose cervical or endometrial cancer has returned in the vagina after prior pelvic radiation. Tiny radioactive seeds are placed directly into the tumor to kill cancer cells while sparing healthy organs. The goal is to avoid major surgery that removes the bladder, rectum, and other pelvic organs. About 10 participants will be enrolled to see if this approach can control the cancer and preserve organ function.