Use of Radioisotopes in Medicine

The video discusses the use of radioisotopes in medicine, focusing on radiocobalt's role in cancer therapy. Radiocobalt is highlighted for its cost-effectiveness and efficiency compared to radium. The video explains how radiocobalt is applied in various forms to treat cancers in different organs, emphasizing its adaptability and effectiveness. It also covers the customization of radiocobalt for specific cancer types and the treatment process, including the use of needles and direct application to cancerous tissues.

What is one of the main advantages of using radiocobalt over radium in cancer therapy?

• Radiocobalt is less effective than radium.

• Radiocobalt is significantly cheaper than radium.

• Radiocobalt can treat only lung cancer.

• Radiocobalt is more expensive than radium.

How does the effectiveness of radiocobalt therapy compare to x-ray therapy?

• It is only effective for skin cancer.

• It is equivalent to two million volts of x-ray.

• It is less effective than x-ray therapy.

• It is not used in x-ray therapy.

What was the outcome for the patient with pulmonary cancer after three months of radiocobalt treatment?

• The patient developed new symptoms.

• The patient was almost completely cured.

• The patient showed no improvement.

• The patient required additional surgery.

How can radiocobalt be applied to cancerous tissues?

• By using it in chemotherapy.

• Only through oral medication.

• By inserting it into special needles.

• By applying it as a topical cream.

What is a notable feature of radiocobalt in terms of its application to different cancers?

• It can be shaped to fit the cancer's location and form.

• It cannot be used for cancers of the tongue.

• It can only be used for external tumors.

• It is only effective for blood cancers.