I131 is a radioactive element that releases beta particles and gamma rays. This means that it can be used both in the obtaining of images and in therapeutic.

We treat both bening and malignant thyroid diseases with I131.This isotope enters the thyroid in order to take part of the hormone produced in it and radiates it from the inside without having to turn to external radiotherapy.

If the administered dose is low, the patient can lead a normal life or be precocious. If it is a high dose the patient must stay in hospital. The room is plumbed and the washbasin and lavatory drain are taken up in a special sewer where they are left to extinguish until disposal.

Visits are limited but not banned. The hospital’s staff takes care of these patients as they do with the rest of the patients. The only difference is the radiologic control they are subjected to, because it indicates the moment to release the patient from hospital.