For a prostate cancer patient treated with one set of seeds, how is this recorded?

In the context of radiation therapy, prostate cancer treated with a set of seeds typically refers to brachytherapy, which involves the implantation of radioactive seeds directly into or near the tumor to deliver localized radiation therapy. The correct way to record this procedure is as "1 fraction."

In radiation therapy terminology, a "fraction" is a single application of radiation treatment, and the number of fractions is a key component of the treatment plan. For brachytherapy, it is common to refer to the implantation of the seeds as one fraction, regardless of how many seeds are placed, as the entire set is designed to deliver a specific dose over time.

The other options do not accurately reflect the standard terminology used in radiation oncology. Recording it as "1 session" lacks the specificity needed in radiation therapy documentation, as multiple sessions can involve different treatment modalities. Similarly, "1 treatment" is a more general term that does not capture the specific nature of the therapy being fractionated in this case. "1 dose" could imply a quantity of medication or radiation delivered, but again, it doesn’t reflect the distinct fractionation process involved in radiation therapy where fractions are crucial for planning and outcome assessment.

Thus, recording the procedure as "1 fraction" aligns with established terminology